about us
About Good Steward Pest Management
Good Steward Pest Management was established with a mission to provide exceptional pest control solutions for food processing and packing facilities with site-embedded teams who embody the core values of integrity and stewardship. Our founder, Michael Navarrete, turned a lifelong passion for family, faith, and hard work into a thriving business centered on serving the agricultural community.
Our Story
Michael’s journey into pest control began in college when a family member told him about a job managing a pest control team on a nut processing facility. He thought “Why not?” because it wasn’t a random request. His family had a long history in the California Central Valley working on pistachio farms and this ranch in particular.
To his surprise, Michael found the work to be interesting and engaging. He gained extensive experience in pest control, fumigation, IPM and quality assurance. In 2018 took those skills into a full-time management position with an established pest control company specializing in the nut processing industry.
Then, in yet another surprise, in 2021 the owner of the company told Michael, “I’m moving out of state, I’m selling the business to someone and I think that could be you!” After some time of reflection and mentoring, Michael took the leap of faith and acquired the business, rebranding it as Good Steward Pest Management to reflect his values and vision.
our mission
At Good Steward Pest Management, we see ourselves as good stewards of our clients’ operations. Our approach is rooted in the principle of taking care of what has been entrusted to us, whether it’s someone’s business, the food that nourishes a community or the love and support of family. We emphasize integrity, thoroughness, and building lasting partnerships.
Dependability
Unity
Creativity
Continuous Improvement
Integrity
our core values
Why "Good Steward"?
The name "Good Steward" reflects our commitment to serving others with excellence. Inspired by the biblical story of Joseph, we believe in blooming where we are planted and staying dedicated, no matter the challenges. Our goal is to care for our clients’ facilities, equipment, and products as if they were our own, ensuring their success while adhering to the highest standards of professionalism.
who we serve
our approach
looking ahead
Good Steward Pest Management specializes in pest prevention for processors and packers, particularly in the tree nut industry. We are suited for almond processors and similar food storage and processing operations in the Central Valley of California.
At Good Steward, we integrate innovative strategies, regulatory compliance, and personalized service to protect our clients’ operations. By partnering with us, our clients gain a team dedicated to safeguarding their business while fostering a positive and productive working relationship.
Good Steward Pest Management has grown into a trusted name in pest control. We remain focused on creating a company that not only generates success for our clients but also empowers our team and supports the community.
At Good Steward Pest Management, we are here to protect our client’s operations and help them thrive.