American Mosquito Control Association
The American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) is an American nonprofit organization and the world's leading organization dedicated to mosquito control.[2] It was established in Trenton, New Jersey in 1935 as the Eastern Association of Mosquito Control Workers, obtaining its current name in 1944.[3] Currently, it is based in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. It publishes the Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association.[4]
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| Abbreviation | AMCA |
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| Motto | Dedicated to providing leadership, information and education leading to the enhancement of public health and quality of life through the suppression of mosquitoes. |
| Formation | June 26, 1935 |
| Type | Non-profit organization |
| Purpose | Public service |
| Headquarters | Mount Laurel, New Jersey |
Membership (2016[1]) | +1,600 |
President | Wayne Gale |
Technical advisor | Joseph Conlon |
| Publication | Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association |
| Affiliations | New Jersey Mosquito Control Association |
| Website | www |
References
- "Stan Cope Installed as American Mosquito Control Association President". CNN Money (Press release). 2016-02-10. Retrieved 2018-03-01.
- Spear, Jane E. (2003). "Open Marsh Water Management". Environmental Encyclopedia. Retrieved 2018-03-01.
- "History". American Mosquito Control Association. Retrieved 2018-03-01.
- Broad, William J. (2013-07-15). "A Low-Tech Mosquito Deterrent". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2018-03-01.
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