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Industry Leaders in Stored Product Protection, Fumigation & Food Safety
When food safety, grain quality, regulatory compliance, or brand protection is on the line — experience matters. FSS, Inc. is built on technical leadership and has one of the highest concentrations of certified entomology professionals in the stored product industry. Whether you manage a flour mill, food processing plant, pet food facility, grain elevator, warehouse, or export program — you deserve direct access to real experts.
Meet Our Experts
FSS includes 3 Board Certified Entomologists (BCE), 11 Associate Certified Entomologists (ACE), OSHA-authorized trainers, published researchers, and industry speakers — one of the highest concentrations of certified entomology professionals in the stored product industry. Reach out to the specialist who fits your facility, commodity, or compliance need.
Structural & Food Processing Fumigation
Jeffery J. Waggoner, ACE
Vice President & General Manager
Purdue University Graduate – Active Member: GEAPS & International Association of Operative Millers (IAOM)
Jeff has been with FSS since 1993 and is recognized as a leader in structural fumigation, food safety risk mitigation, and alternatives to methyl bromide. He regularly speaks on fumigation, food safety, and stored product IPM at industry events. Under his leadership, FSS has refined structural fumigation methods focused on minimizing downtime, reducing customer complaints, maximizing kill effectiveness, and maintaining exceptional safety standards.
When to contact Jeff:
- Planning a structural fumigation in a food facility
- Evaluating ProFume® or alternative fumigation strategies
- Preparing for a major audit event
- Recurring stored product infestations in processing equipment
- Evaluating decontamination strategies
Grain Fumigation & Storage
Pete Mueller
Grain & Facility Fumigation Specialist
Purdue University Graduate – Background in Entomology, Agronomy, Horticulture & Botany
Pete brings decades of hands-on grain fumigation experience across large corrugated bins, welded steel tanks, seed warehouses, and export/pre-shipment fumigation (Eco2Fume, ProFume, phosphine systems, and recirculation/J-System). He has played a major role in advancing phosphine recirculation systems, alternatives to methyl bromide, and combination fumigation and ULV/IGR strategies. Pete has presented internationally and to audiences including GEAPS, Iowa State University, Purdue University, and global seed industries.
When to contact Pete:
- Large grain bin fumigation strategy
- Recirculation system design
- Phosphine resistance troubleshooting
- Export fumigation programs
- Seed storage fumigation
Stored Product Entomology & Research
Scott O’Neal, Ph.D.
Director of Research & Development | Board Certified Entomologist
Ph.D. Entomology – Virginia Tech · Postdoctoral Research – University of Nebraska-Lincoln · Former Research Scientist – Corteva Agriscience · 22 Peer-Reviewed Publications · 2 Patents · USDA Grant Recipient
Scott leads FSS’s research and development initiatives, focusing on insect physiology and toxicology, resistance management, assay development, novel application technologies, and stored product pest biology. His background in molecular biology, toxicology, and insect immune systems lets FSS apply science-backed decision-making in the field.
When to contact Scott:
- Technical insecticide performance questions
- Resistance concerns
- Research partnerships
- Complex pest biology challenges
- Scientific validation of treatment strategies
Integrated Pest Management & Remote Monitoring
John Moore, MSc
IPM & Digital Monitoring Specialist
40+ Years in the Pest Control Industry · Leader in Remote Pest Monitoring Technologies
John specializes in food plant IPM systems and digital pest monitoring transformation. He has seen pest control evolve from reactive trap-checking to data-driven, root-cause-focused IPM, and leads modernization efforts using remote rodent monitoring, remote insect monitoring, robotics-compatible solutions, and audit-ready documentation systems.
When to contact John:
- Transitioning from traditional to digital IPM
- Reducing audit risk
- Root-cause pest analysis
- Modernizing food facility pest programs
- Remote monitoring implementation
Grain Protectants & Product Strategy
Ethan Estabrook, BCE
National Sales Manager | Board Certified Entomologist
B.S. Biology – Purdue University · M.S. Candidate – University of Nebraska-Lincoln · Former Research Entomologist – Insects Limited
Ethan specializes in protecting stored grain, feed, and seed through grain protectant programs, application system design, tank-mix compatibility, export compliance, and insect growth regulator (IGR) strategies. With experience in pheromone technology and stored product insect behavior, he aligns sanitation, exclusion, monitoring, fumigation, and grain protectants into cohesive, science-backed programs.
When to contact Ethan:
- Grain protectant selection and rates
- Diacon®, Gravista®, Insecto® DE strategies
- Animal nutrition facility protection
- Protectant calculators and cost analysis
- Preventative grain programs
Safety & Compliance
Ryan A. Yutzy
Safety & Compliance Manager | OSHA Authorized Trainer
B.S. Organizational Leadership & Supervision – Purdue University · Minor in Entomology
Ryan oversees OSHA compliance training, DOT compliance, Department of Homeland Security compliance, fumigation safety programs, respiratory protection programs, and confined space entry protocols. He regularly delivers safety training and fumigation technique presentations and ensures FSS operations meet and exceed regulatory expectations.
When to contact Ryan:
- Confined space entry questions
- Fumigation Management Plans (FMP)
- Respiratory protection programs
- OSHA compliance preparation
- Safety training needs
Corporate IPM & Food Plant Pest Management
Paul Gough, ACE
Corporate IPM Manager
B.A. Business Administration – Illinois Wesleyan University · Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE)
Paul has over 25 years of pest management experience and specializes in food plant IPM, audit readiness, quality control systems, technician training, and fumigation support. He serves as a technical resource throughout FSS operations and works closely with quality assurance managers to align pest programs with regulatory standards.
When to contact Paul:
- Food facility IPM review
- Audit preparation
- Program optimization
- Staff training
- Recurring pest issues
Bird & Vertebrate Pest Management
Brian Beidle, BCE
Board Certified Entomologist | Bird Management Specialist
20+ Years of Commercial Pest Experience
Brian leads FSS’s bird control and vertebrate pest management across warehouses, food plants, grain facilities, and industrial sites. He specializes in bird exclusion systems, rodent management, integrated vertebrate programs, and structural modification strategies.
When to contact Brian:
- Bird nesting in warehouses
- Exterior contamination concerns
- Rodent pressure in distribution centers
- Long-term exclusion planning
Why Work With FSS Experts?
- Deep industry experience in grain, food processing, feed, and export markets
- One of the highest concentrations of certified entomologists in stored product pest management
- Research-driven solutions and a compliance-focused approach
- Nationwide support in fumigation and product distribution
- Practical field experience — not just theory
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