2025 QPS Fumigation Academy

Join us for the 2025 QPS Fume Academy, a three-day intensive training event designed for pest control professionals who want to level up their expertise in fumigation. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, this academy will provide hands-on training, regulatory insights, and expert strategies to maximize efficiency and effectiveness in your fumigation services.

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📅 Dates: June 3-5, 2025
📍 Location: The Grand 4101 E Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90815
💰 Registration Fee: $575 per person

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Keynote Speaker

Vernard Lewis, Ph.D.

Emeritus Scientist, UC Berkeley

Dr. Vernard Lewis is an internationally acclaimed expert in termite research, with over 50 years of experience. Dr. Lewis was also a member of the United Nations Global Termite Expert Group and has traveled to over thirty-five countries as a researcher, consultant, and insect pest troubleshooter. Dr. Lewis has published over 150 papers and delivered over 700 presentations on termites, bedbugs, and cockroaches, most of which were directed to educating pest control professionals.

Special Guest Speaker

Partho Dhang, Ph.D.

Researcher & Independent Consultant

Partho Dhang received his Ph.D. in Zoology from the University of Madras in India in 1994. Since then he has worked in various positions for both private and government institutions in several countries. He started his research on insect physiology with a special interest in natural products. Later his research work expanded into other areas such as semiochemicals and microbial pesticides, which were published in peer-reviewed journals. He is also a prolific speaker in international conferences and has also published four books from CABI International UK.

Course Highlights:

  • BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Discover strategies for growing your fumigation business and tapping into new market opportunities.

  • REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Learn about the myriad of mandatory programs and steps necessary to establish and maintain legal compliance with industry regulations.

  • FUMIGATION AND SPM: A VISION INTO THE FUTURE

Gain insight into how the DPR’s initiative, Sustainable Pest Management (SPM) may impact fumigation in California and beyond.

  • OVERCOMING CONSUMER CONCERNS

This module will identify the most common consumer concerns and provide sound responses to these challenges.

  • TERMITE ACTIVITY AND SPREAD: A WORLDWIDE PERSPECTIVE

Learn about the dispersion and spread of various species of termites around the world and take a glimpse into the potential global impact this could cause.

  • JOB SITE TOUR

Join us in the field to learn on an actual fumigation job site, with comprehensive coverage of all aspects related to the fumigation process.