HONOLULU (KHON2) — The first live coconut rhinoceros beetles have been found on Maui, according to the agriculture department. The announcement was made on Wednesday, Nov. 22 during a senate informational meeting on invasive species in Hawaii. Experts argued more needs to be done to quarantine any and all invasive species in the state. The […]
On Monday afternoon, the Advisory Committee on Plants and Animals recommended approval of an interim rule that restricts the movement of palm plants; decomposing plant material, such as compost, wood or tree chips; mulch; potting soil; and other landscaping products that may harbor CRB, from infested areas to non-infested areas.