COCONUT
RHINOCEROS
BEETLE
RESPONSE
CRB Community Resource Program
Free resources to control CRB!
The CRB Community Resource Program helps communities impacted by CRB. This includes handing out materials to detect and control CRB such as netting, traps and pesticides. We can distribute this to communities in areas that are not a part of an active eradication program i.e when the community is responsible for control and management efforts. As of January 2026, that includes all areas of Oahu and Kauai. While we can help with distributing the product, we are unfortunately not able to perform the treatments themselves. However, we can help with guidance and recommendations to find a treatment plan based on your situation. We can also arrange an informational session for your neighborhood.
The tools offered through this program are only a few tools that can be utilized for CRB management. For the best success with management, it is recommended to follow an integrated pest management strategy, utlilizing multiple tools and techniques. For more information on management and integrated pest management for CRB, click here.
Resources
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Traps
Panel detection tools (traps) are used as a tool to monitor for CRB presence. It can also be used in areas with high beetle populations to capture some of the beetles in the environment.
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Netting
Netting can be used as a detection tool by entangling and excluding CRB as they access the crown of palms to feed.
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Protocol for how to apply netting
Video for how to apply netting (created by Joshua Silva, UH Extension Agent, University of Hawaii, CTAHR, Cooperative Extension).
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Pesticides and other treatment tools (coming soon)
Chemical treatments for controlling CRB populations primarily focus on killing beetles that feed on trees. Pesticides can be applied as foliar sprays, systemic injections, or systemic soil drench.
Sign up below for being on the waitlist for pesticides or other treatment tools.
Information Session
Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle management requires broad adoption of best practices and treatments across entire neighborhoods and regions to be effective. Coordinate your community and set up an informational session or workshop with the CRB Response
Request Form
Fill out this form to request and we will contact you for distribution.
Upcoming Events
Community Resource Program Launch - Kailua
March 7, 2026, 9am-11am
Enchanted Lake Elementary Cafeteria
Learn more about CRB management and pick up your free netting or trap.
No registration required!
Community Resource Program Launch - Waimānalo
March 14, 2026, 9am-11am
Waimānalo Public Library Meeting Room
Learn more about CRB management and pick up your free netting or trap.
No registration required!
The CRB Community Resource Program is funded by the State of Hawai'i through Act 236.