Critical Issues

Information on critical local issues such as the little fire ant, rat-lungworm disease, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), stinging nettle caterpillar and more...

Little Fire Ant

Information on the Little Fire Ant (Wasmania auropunctata) or LFA. It is important to become educated about this ant if you live on the Big Island.

Rat lungworm disease

Transmission to humans becoming a serious and growing problem in Hawai'i

GMOs

"GMO Free Zone" pledge in Hawaii

Varroa mite

Updates on the situation of the Varroa mite and its impact on honeybees in Hawaii. News on treatment methods available and other information related to this subject relevant for Hawaii.