Florida Pest Management Association has represented pest and lawn professionals since 1945; Florida has over 20% of the nation's pest management companies, almost 4000 locations employing 7000 Certified Operators and over 20,000 technicians. FPMA members adhere to a Code of Ethics, support research and education on pest solutions that ensure human and environmental safety and engage in continuous training of employees. FPMA has been recognized for the environmental stewardship of its members by current and past governors and other state and local officials. Services provided by FPMA members protect the health and property of 19 million Floridians and 60 million annual visitors, safeguard against invasive species from ports, secure food supplies and create environmentally sensitive, ascetically appealing and economically important landscapes.