This article emphasizes the importance of inspection and gives information on when and how to perform structural inspections for the presence of termite infestations.

The University of Arkansas General Fumigation Training Manual covers fumigation of structures, food, raw commodities, soil, and agricultural sites.

Pier-and-beam construction can make temite tubes visible if good contruction techniques are followed.

Termites can not eat through solid concrete. In order to enter a structure they must come up around the outside edges or enter through some other opening in the slab. Traditional termite treatments require the application of a continuous chemical barrier to the soil around all possible entry points.

Describes the process of conducting an exterior inspection of a structure.

Termites may eat wood, but they could not do it alone.

Describes the basic construction types found in the French Quarter and the unique problems that occur with the antique architecture.

Swarming season for Formosan subterranean termites is about to begin. The article presents the time these termite swarm.

The commissioner of agriculture in Louisiana imposed a quarantine for the Formosan subterranean termite on October 3, 2005, in Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson, Jefferson Davis, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington parishes. The Formosan subterranean termite is the most destructive insect in Louisiana.

Owners of South Louisiana property affected by last year’s hurricanes may need to evaluate the termite protection for their homes and other buildings but won’t necessarily need to treat again, according to an entomologist with the LSU AgCenter.

Efforts are under way to prevent the spread of Formosan subterranean termites in mulch from New Orleans and Louisiana following hurricanes Katrina and Rita. It is true that there is a lot of cellulose debris (wood, paper and their products) in Louisiana following these two hurricanes.

Describes the process of inspecting the interior of a structure for the presence of a termite infestation.

LSU AgCenter scientists continue to add weapons to their arsenal as they battle the spread of the Formosan subterranean termite. And they’re making headway. This pest voraciously consumes wooden structures and woody plants and causes millions of dollars in damages.

Termites can’t hold their breath forever, although they have a capacity to live under water for a significant amount of time, according to a world-renowned termite expert. That means termites in areas flooded by the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina may not be as prevalent as they have been for a while – offering a small grain of good news among the massive destruction.

Links to termite-related publications.

Contact information for LSU AgCenter termite professionals.

Describes the behavior and biology unique to the Formosan subterranean termite.

Describes the taxonomic identity of termites.

Termite colonies contain different castes, which are responsible for specific taskes in the colony.

Information about Formosan subterranean termite alates and their annual mating flight.

Describes the habits of drywood termites including pest and damage identification.

Includes images and descriptions of subterranean termites that are indigenous to Louisiana.

Additional information about the habits and identification of Formosan subterranean termite soldiers.

A short video demonstrating how to inspect a tree for the presence of Formosan subterranean termites.

This is a short video showing typical swarming behavior of Formosan subterranean termite alates during their annual mating flight.

Detecting termites in trees can be helped by a few tips on where to look.

Treatments for termites must be integrated with proper maintenance. Eliminate as many conditions conducive to termite infestations as possible by following the five general categories of rules.

Learn how to inspect and treat your home for Formosan subterranean termites.

The 3-dimensional structure of tetrahydronootkatone and nootkatone was determined. A description of our methods and results are provided.

Homeowners in South Louisiana and elsewhere in the Gulf South who are rebuilding after last year’s hurricanes have opportunities to add more termite protection to their homes, according to experts with the LSU AgCenter.

Provides additional links for information on termites.

Native subterranean termites are found throughout Louisiana and are a natural part of the environment in Louisiana. Formosan subterranean termites, native to East Asia, arrived in the United States after World War II and were established in New Orleans by 1966.

Things to consider when constructing or renovating a home to protect your house from termites.

Considerations on integrated pest management of termites and other wood attacking organism are presented in depth.

Landscaping practices may increase the risk of subterranean termites attacking a structure and of spreading Formosan subterranean termites. Information is presented on the types of woody plants that termites attack and methods of inspection.

This article describes a stainless steel mesh that may be used as a barrier preventing termites from entering structures around specific routes of entry .

One important key for successful management of a pest is to identify it. This publication can help you differentiate between ants and the dry-wood and subterranean termites that are pests in Louisiana. It also contains specific information on Formosan subterranean termites.

Most people are aware of the damage fire and severe weather can do to their homes, but many overlook the threat of termites. Photos of termite damage and signs of termite infestation are included in this publication, which covers Formosan subterranean termites and other subterranean termites.

LSU AgCenter faculty members are working on plans to put the Formosan subterranean termite research project in New Orleans’ French Quarter back on track after the recent hurricanes.

A scourge of New Orleans and South Louisiana could find its way to other parts of the state and country if people move wood that’s infested with Formosan subterranean termites.

There are two majors types of termites in Louisiana: Subterranean and drywood. The subterranean termites are divided into two subgroups: The native subterranean termites and the Formosan subterranean termite. Determining the type of termite is important for management.

Identifying to species, recognizing problems and having a sound knowledge of control techniques can help in solving a termite problem.

Formosan and subterranean termite biology, ecology and behavior are compared and contrasted.

Formosan subterranean termites swarm annually from well established colonies each April through July. LSU Agricultural Center researchers have collected numbers and maintained records on daily flights and total swarmers caught in light traps in and around New Orleans since 1989. A better understanding of the mechanisms regulating flights by Formosan termites may lead to better control measures in the future.

Formosan subterranean termites are more aggressive and cause more damage than native subterranean termite species because of special biological attributes.

The yearly flights of the Formosan termite have fluctated in numbers caught in light traps among the years.

Information card on tackling termite problems when beginning a renovation project

Information card on places to look for Formosan subterranean termite Infestations

Information card on where to look for termites in trees.