The Termites In Mulch Myth

There has been a flurry of internet traffic related to an October 2005 press release on Louisiana State University's website regarding the potential spread of Formosan subterranean termites (FST) in mulch being produced from infested trees in hurricane effected areas of Louisiana.
This email erroneously implies that large retail home stores will purchase and re-sell bags of this mulch around the country – thereby spreading FST to currently infestation-free areas. Read the Pestworld article here
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References: National Pest Management Association, Inc