System to monitor and control subterranean termites by use of a soil additive and method thereof

摘要

Monitoring and controlling termite activity is accomplished by use of a soil additive in conjunction with a termite bait station. A material is added to the soil adjacent the bait station to retain moisture in the soil. Retention of moisture in the surrounding soil causes the bait material itself to remain moist for longer periods of time while enhancing the attraction and lure of termites to the bait station for longer periods of time. As such, the use of the material improves the efficacy and accuracy of the bait station.