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As Hawaii’s feral pig population grows, a ‘non-toxic’ birth control could offer a solution
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HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – An Oahu resident has change into a distributor for HogStop, a product that’s getting used to regulate feral pig populations.
Kaui Lucas lives in Pia Valley the place her yard is the forest. She stated she’s tried trapping, however the traps don’t at all times work.
As a result of she offers with wild pigs all day and night time, Lucas is hoping to discover a resolution, turning into an unique distributor for HogStop.
The primary batch of HogStop arrived in Hawaii earlier this week.
Lucas stated it’s a contraception for wild animals like pigs, deer and goats.
Its substances embody molasses, corn and salt — but it surely’s the cotton seed that retains them from reproducing. A pure ingredient within the feed’s cotton seed works as a contraceptive.
“It’s non-toxic,” stated Lucas. “There are not any neurotoxins, there are not any endocrine disruptors.”
Lucas stated HogStop supplies a less expensive resolution for anybody contemplating a fence, whereas nonetheless being humane.
“It was authorised by the EPA at the least danger pesticide, which is similar factor as neem oil, or citric acid,” stated Lucas. “So, it turns into efficient after the pigs have eaten it for under 5 days and that makes them sterile for 30 days.”
The Division of Agriculture stated HogStop is exempt from registration by the U.S. Environmental Safety Company.
“It seems that the merchandise akin to HogStop are exempted from registration by the U.S. Environmental Safety Company (EPA) and the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (Part 25(b). Merchandise below exemption by the EPA are usually not required to be licensed in Hawai`i. Beneath Part 25(b), the producers are usually not required to show efficacy for his or her claims to EPA or the state.”
DLNR’s Division of Forestry and Wildlife launched the next assertion:
“From a authorized standpoint (primarily based on the DOA remark), so long as the deployment is in areas the place the landowners have given express permission, we don’t object. The design of the product would have potential long-term advantages however wouldn’t clear up the present harm being reported.”
In keeping with HogStop, the feed itself can have an effect on fertility in different animals and will solely be utilized in advisable feeders to maintain birds and different animals out.
The Pig Hunters Affiliation of Oahu is skeptical concerning the feed as a result of they eat what they catch.
“And I really feel that shouldn’t be used as a result of we use the meat for various sort of cooking,” stated Roy Kainoa, president of the Pig Hunters Affiliation of Oahu.
However the firm stated pigs who devour the HogStop ought to pose no further well being dangers.
Hunters consider their strategies are simpler.
“So, from April till now, we had taken out nearly 230 pigs on the eradication taskforce.”
“It isn’t a silver bullet, however I do consider it’s a recreation changer,” stated Lucas. “It’s humane and it’s unhazardous, you’ll be able to eat the meat.”
Lucas stated the value for HogStop is fluctuating due to fuel and delivery costs.
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WAIMEA (HawaiiNewsNow) – Federal investigators are looking into what caused a plane to crash on Hawaii Island Monday.
The National Transportation Safety Board confirms it is looking into what caused a Cessna to go down at Parker Ranch in Waimea shortly before noon.
Investigators said preliminary information indicated the plane experienced a loss of engine power.
A witness said two people walked away from the aircraft on their own. No one was hurt.
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‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring … and the only sports on TV was the Hawaii Bowl on ESPN.
The Christmas Eve game pitting South Florida (6-6) against San Jose State (7-5) didn’t bring the same energy as a major bowl, but when you’re the only live major sporting event on U.S. TV, fans will take notice.
On social media, the matchup generated surprising buzz for a minor bowl game.
People treating the Hawaii bowl tonight like it’s the Super Bowl
— Zlatni Topki (@ZlatniTopki) December 24, 2024
Out in Honolulu, ESPN had play-by-play announcer Tiffany Greene and color analyst Jay Walker on the game, and the pair, who have worked together for years, made the most of their moment in the spotlight.
Greene, who was the first African-American woman to serve as a play-by-play commentator for college football on a major network, had the opportunity to call some big plays, including this kickoff return touchdown by South Florida’s Ta’Ron Keith.
Tiffany Green was VERY amped up about this kick return touchdown and later replay of the big play from USF returner Ta’Ron Keith. pic.twitter.com/FkHDlaYBPK
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) December 25, 2024
And here’s Greene on a big interception early in the game.
USF forces an interception that would later result in points and a 14-0 lead over San Jose State.
Tiffany Greene and Jay Walker on the call of the Hawai’i Bowl on ESPN. pic.twitter.com/eMyo4aHsXn
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) December 25, 2024
Unfortunately, everything did not go smoothly for Greene and Walker. Of particular concern, Walker’s audio sounded consistently muddy, as if he were doing the broadcast remotely.
Are they actually there? Her co host literally sounds like he’s on a zoom call
— HuskerJim (@jimtheplumber63) December 25, 2024
Others on social media were even less charitable in their comments on the announcers.
This is a horrible announcing crew. This is not a high profile game, but as the only one on Cmas Eve, likely with a decent audience of folks looking for distractions, why this crew & not a better one? Why not put these guys on one of the midday workday games with less eyes/ears?
— Justin Firesheets (@JFiresheets) December 25, 2024
Yet some fans were left wanting to hear more of Greene and Walker in the future.
Tiffany is awesome! She has the spunk of Gus & a little of Beth Mowins when she announces CFB👍
— Herbie Garcia (@herbieg55) December 25, 2024
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