5<25 Professional Futures finalist in top Trade Association Awards

The Syngenta and NPTA 5<25 Professional Futures initiative, for advanced training of young people in the pest control industry, has been shortlisted as a finalist for the 2026 Trade Association Awards.

The Trade Association Awards, supported by the Department for Business and Trade, recognise, reward and promote best practice among trade associations in the UK.

This prestigious award ceremony is eagerly anticipated by trade associations across the UK, as a chance to showcase their hard work and achievements.

Spearheading the 5<25 Professional Futures initiative with the NPTA, Syngenta Professional Solutions Business Manager, Richard Moseley (above left with the NPTA team at the Awards), said: “The pest control industry faces a significant threat in retaining bright young people to stay within the industry. 

“The Syngenta NPTA 5<25 Professional Futures initiative provides a route to further develop young individuals within NPTA member’s businesses and offer them a positive incentive to build a lasting and lucrative career.

“The recognition of the Trade Association Awards highlights the value of the initiative for the industry and the importance of our commitment to pest control businesses in working with the NPTA."

NPTA Chief Executive, Kevin Lawrenson, added: “The training and development for young people offered by Syngenta NPTA 5<25 Professional Futures is a key milestone in our vision is to elevate the profile of the pest control industry and an integral step in attracting the next generation of pest controllers into the industry.

“We are committed at the NPTA in raising the profile of the industry and the opportunities it provides people to carve out a career for themselves."

Kevin continued, "This initiative empowers our members to grow their businesses with the right tools, training, and support. It helps them uphold the highest standards of practice while thriving in a competitive landscape."