A pesticide safety poster titled “Disposing of Pesticides: Improper Disposal Methods” shows two cartoon-style panels on a green background. The left panel has a red “X” above an image of pesticide containers burning in a fire. The right panel also has a red “X” above a man kneeling next to an open hole in the ground filled with pesticide containers labeled “TOXIC,” holding another container, with a shovel nearby.

🔥🚫 Never Burn.
⚠️🚫 Never Bury.Participate in the Department of Agriculture & Biosecurity's free pesticide disposal program.
#PesticideSafety #ProtectTheAina #EnvironmentalSafety #DABPesticideDisposalProgram #SafeDisposal

A reminder: proper storage, handling, and disposal of pesticides are critical.
#HDOAPesticideDisposalProgram #PesticideSafety #FarmSafety #ProtectTheAina

A black plastic bin containing several old and partially leaking pesticide containers. The labels are faded or stained, and one container is visibly covered in green residue. The bin is placed outdoors, likely during preparation for proper pesticide disposal.

🚛 How to Transport Pesticides Safely
Handle with care — always follow the label.

When transporting , secure containers, wear protective gear, be ready for leaks or spills.

It’s about safety — for you, your workers, and the ʻāina.

#HDOAPesticideDisposalProgram #HazardousWaste #ProtectTheAina

Caught on video: improper pesticide disposal at illegal cannabis farm in Hawaiʻi.
Insecticides discarded: Monterey B.t. RTU, Pyganic Crop Protection EC 1.4 II, Monterey Take Down Garden Spray, Bonide Pyrethrin Garden Insect Spray
#HawaiiPesticideDisposalProgram #EnvironmentalSafety #ProtectTheAina

A burned patch of ground in a rural, grassy area is littered with charred pesticide containers and torn white and blue plastic bags. Ashes, melted debris, and partially incinerated bottles are scattered across the blackened soil. Some unburned containers and trash are still visible, mixed with burnt remnants. The scene is surrounded by tall green grass, brush, and trees, indicating the area is outdoors and undeveloped.

Burn pile of pesticide containers and other rubbish💀🔥

Burning or dumping pesticides pollutes our air, soil, and water, and puts everyone nearby at risk.

There are safe ways to get rid of this stuff.

#EnvironmentalStewardship #ProtectTheAina #HawaiiPesticideDisposalProgram

Oʻahu — this week is full of action. From ʻāina protection to immigrant rights to protest against fascism, show up, speak out, stand together.

#OahuEvents #CommunityPower #FreePalestine #ProtectTheAina #NoFascistUSA #50501Hawaii #HandsOff #DecolonizeHawaii #JusticeForAll