Pesticide Disposal Program

Posted on Jul 10, 2023 in Main

The Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity (DAB) is excited to announce the 2nd Annual Statewide Pesticide Disposal Program, Maui and Molokaʻi events! 

📍 Location: Maui
📅 Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
🚨 Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 09, 2025 by 4:30pm

 

📍 Location: Molokaʻi
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
🚨 Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 by 4:30pm

DAYS TO OAHU PESTICIDE DISPOSAL EVENT

📍 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
📅 Date: Friday, September 26, 2025 
⏰ Time: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
🚨 Registration Deadline: Friday, September 5, 2025, 4:30 pm

Frequently Asked Questions Accepted Materials Transportation Safety Tips Disposal Schedule Registration Form

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Formerly known as the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture, DAB is thrilled to offer this free and safe disposal opportunity.  DAB understands that the risks associated with improper disposal is critically important for responsible pesticide management.  The PDP is an available, affordable, and environmentally friendly solution for commercial users of pesticides to properly dispose of up to 250 lbs of canceled, suspended, unwanted, and unlabeled (CSUU) pesticides and pesticidal wastes for FREE!

By participating in this free, convenient, and reliable pesticide disposal service, you can truly make a positive difference and help protect human health and the environment.

On this webpage, we have compiled necessary information to guide you through the pesticide disposal process. From guidelines on accepted pesticides to how to get registered, we have assembled resources to help make your experience as seamless as possible, ensuring that you can effortlessly navigate the disposal program.

Our contractor will be EnviroServices & Training Center (ETC).  ETC has a dedicated team of experts committed to ensuring the proper handling and disposal of pesticide waste. They will adhere to strict guidelines and industry best practices to ensure that every step of the disposal process is conducted safely and responsibly. By participating in the pesticide disposal program, you can have peace of mind knowing that your pesticides will be handled carefully and with great consideration for the environment.

Whether you are a landscaper, pest control operator, or business owner, DAB welcomes you to utilize this public service and participate in the pesticide disposal program. Together, we can contribute to the overall well-being of our communities by eliminating the risks associated with improper pesticide disposal. By participating in the PDP, you are actively contributing to a cleaner and healthier environment for present and future generations.

Thank you for joining us in our mission to promote responsible pesticide management. Together, let’s safeguard our environment and protect human health.

For questions, comments, or concerns please contact Adam Williams – Pesticide Disposal Program Project Manager, 808-973-9408, [email protected], or visit the PDP webpage for more information: https://dab.hawaii.gov/pi/main/pesticide-disposal-program/.

From September 2023 – August 2024, DAB successfully hosted the first PDP in over 16 years and expanded the program to the entire state of Hawai‘i.  Eligible participants included farms, such as, nurseries, greenhouse operators, crops, and livestock.  Additionally, pesticide dealers, licensed pest control operators, golf course operators, landscape professionals, certified pesticide applicators, city and state agencies, and other commercial end users of pesticides were eligible.

Three workers wearing high-visibility safety vests and gloves sort and handle materials near large black hazardous waste drums at an outdoor pesticide disposal site. The ground is covered with protective plastic sheeting, and bags labeled "DISPOSAL" are stacked nearby. Trees and fencing are visible in the background, and the setting appears organized for hazardous material collection.

2023 – 2024 Pounds Collected by Location

OAHU = 7,377 lbs collected
MAUI = 7,132 lbs collected
KAUAI = 3,986 lbs collected
KONA = 4,366 lbs collected
HILO = 2,944 lbs collected
MOLOKAI = 833 lbs collected
LANAI = 12,642 lbs collected

Final Statistics of the 2023 – 2024 PDP

39,200+ = Lbs of waste pesticides collected
222 = Number of participants
$723,061 = Total program cost
93.9% = Participant satisfaction rate
7 = Number of collection sites
1980 = Oldest pesticide collected

Gallery of Disposal Events

DAB is proud to present this highlight video of the 2023–2024 Pesticide Disposal Program. This video features clips from collection events held across the state, showcasing the teamwork, coordination, and careful handling involved in safely disposing of unwanted or outdated pesticides. While the footage offers only a glimpse into the full scope of the program, it reflects the collective effort to protect Hawaiʻi’s communities and environment.