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Which Bait is Right For You?Learn which is the right bait product for you based on the size of your property, the height of your vegetation, and whether you have edibles. -
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Tango 2(ee)If using Tango, you must have this 2(ee) Recommendation in your possession. This label was issued by the manufacturer to allow users to apply Tango for the control of LFA and gives specific instructions for treating LFA. -
Provaunt Special Local Needs (SLN) PermitWhen using Provaunt, you must be in possession of this SLN label. This SLN allows users in Hawaiʻi to add Provaunt to the HAL gel bait for the control of LFA. -
Mixing HAL Gel Bait for Control of LFAA comprehensive guide about Hawaiʻi Ant Lab gel baits including how to mix and apply it. -
Management of Pest Ants in NurseriesThis manual is a guide to current best-practice nursery management options that minimize the impacts of ant species to export operations. -
Little Fire Ants and MulchAdvice on how to ensure you do not accidentally bring LFA to your garden or orchard when using mulch. -
PLAY VIDEOInvasion! Little Fire Ants in Hawaiʻi (2014)This half-hour film examines the biology, impacts, and potential solutions to the spread of LFA through interviews with scientists, farmers, and community on the Big Island reeling from the impacts of this minuscule, but devastating ant.Learn more about where LFA have been detected across the state at www.stoptheant.org. https://youtu.be/eIUre6lz2GIProduced by John Keoni Fujitani
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Illustrated Key to Ants in HawaiʻiHave a microscope? Try your hand at keying out ants to species with this illustrated dichotomous key. -
PLAY VIDEOHow to Survey for LFA and Quarantine a New PlantThis video covers the top five reasons why you don’t want LFA on your property, how to survey your property for LFA, and a quick and easy way to quarantine a new potted plant before bringing it onto your property. https://youtu.be/p-PIc06yT0gProduced by John Keoni Fujitani
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PLAY VIDEOHow to Survey for LFAShort, 3-minute video with step-by-step instructions on how to test your property for LFA. https://youtu.be/Xk8IE8VQVMQProduced by Department of Land and Natural Resources and Hawai'i Department of Agriculture
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PLAY VIDEOHow to Mix HAL Gel BaitStep-by-step video on how to mix a gel bait using Tango. https://youtu.be/DD8ndBGjXIkProduced by John Keoni Fujitani
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How to Identify LFAIs it LFA? Learn how to identify LFA with a quick field and microscope guide. -
PLAY VIDEOHow to Choose the Right LFA Control ProductLearn the difference between barrier/residual and bait products and how to choose the right LFA control product for treating your property. https://youtu.be/VvCStsSJ0t8Produced by John Keoni Fujitani
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PLAY VIDEOHow to Apply HAL Gel BaitThis gel bait basics video includes which bait products to use in a gel bait matrix and best application methods. https://youtu.be/a9ZFwdwEmasProduced by John Keoni Fujitani
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PLAY VIDEOHow to Apply Granular BaitsThis baiting basics video covers the best practices of applying granular baits and common errors of baiting. https://youtu.be/pQlte3dPyIcProduced by John Keoni Fujitani
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Firefighter® Fire Ant Bait Special Local Needs (SLN) PermitWhen using Firefighter® Fire Ant Bait on coffee, you must be in possession of this SLN label. This SLN allows users in Hawaiʻi to apply Firefighter® Fire Ant Bait on coffee plants bait for the control of LFA. -
PLAY VIDEOFire! Little Fire Ants in Hawaiʻi (2016)This 30-minute documentary examines the spread of LFA and the people who work to address one of the most significant invasive species problems confronting the Islands.Learn more about where LFA have been detected across the state at www.stoptheant.org. https://youtu.be/_u3lyvhhR-sProduced by Maui Invasive Species Committee
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Estimated Costs of LFA TreatmentFind out how much a single treatment of one acre of property will cost you. -
Difference Between Baits, Barriers, and Contact SpraysBaits, barriers, and contact sprays all work differently and its important to know which is which. -
Comparison of Granular Baits for Residential UseSide-by-side comparison of product label information of granular baits for use by homeowners. -
Comparison of Granular Baits for Commercial UseSide-by-side comparison of product label information of granular baits for use by commercial farmers and nurseries. -
Comparison of Baits to be Mixed in a Gel MatrixSide-by-side comparison of product label information of baits for mixing in the Hawaiʻi Ant Lab gel bait recipe. -
Choosing the Right Amdro ProductDon't buy the wrong Amdro product! If Amdro is your bait of choice, learn which is the correct product for the control of LFA. -
Antixx Fire Ant Bait Special Local Needs (SLN) PermitWhen using Antixx Fire Ant Bait on coffee, you must be in possession of this SLN label. This SLN allows users in Hawaiʻi to apply Antixx Fire Ant Bait on coffee plants bait for the control of LFA. -
Ant Bait SuppliersFind out which hardware stores, garden exchanges, and chemical suppliers carry the bait you are looking for. -
A Householder's Guide to Managing LFA Around the HomeA comprehensive guide on how to use baits, barriers, and contact sprays to reduce LFA in and around your home.
