To Agricultural Producers:

Reduction in producer's economic risk by the promotion of low-cost and carefully targeted pest management practices. Proactive avoidance of future pest management crisis; through research directed at potential short-, medium-, and long-term challenges. Reduction of health risk to agricultural workers by fostering best management practice adoption. 

To the Environment:

Reduction of environmental risk associated with pest management by encouraging the adoption of more ecologically benign control tactics. Protection of at-risk ecosystems and non-target species through reduced impact of pest management activities. Promotion of sustainable bio-based pest management alternatives.

To Pest Management Professionals & Organizations:

Augmentation of private research development efforts to develop lower-risk pest control tactics and expand the use of existing low-risk tactics to specialty markets. Promotion of innovative practices that improve pest management effectiveness, which can increase customer satisfaction and reduce the risk of customer complaints. Creation of a demand for new, innovative, and marketable products and services.

To the General Public:

Reduction of risk to the public by promoting responsible pest management in public spaces including schools, recreational facilities, and playgrounds. Promotion of lower-risk residential and community pest control through educational programs tailored to homeowners. Assurance of safe, reliable, low-cost pest control through improved pest management.