Hawaii’s Weak Biosecurity Is Threatening Maui’s Recovery Efforts

Controlling the spread of coconut rhinoceros beetles, little fire ants and other pests is increasingly critical as people rebuild Lahaina and Upcountry Maui after the August fires, invasive species experts say. They are especially concerned about the risk of bringing these unwanted hitchhikers to the Valley Isle through shipments of compost and mulch, which are … Continue reading Hawaii’s Weak Biosecurity Is Threatening Maui’s Recovery Efforts