Hawaii is doubling down in its fight against invasive coconut rhinoceros beetles, implementing rules to curb their spread, including soil movement bans and increased inspections.
The regulations approved aim to prevent the spread of the beetles, which can damage a variety of crops, including palm trees, bananas, and sugarcane, representing a major agricultural threat.
The state is mobilizing an all-hands-on-deck approach, as multiple populations of the beetle were found on Kauai, heightening concerns about their impact on local agriculture.
Conservation initiatives are also being strengthened, with trained dogs detecting beetles, underscoring the collaborative effort needed to address the invasive species crisis in Hawaii.
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