The MDA uses the product SPLAT GM-O for mating disruption. SPLAT GM-O is used in areas where low populations of spongy moth have been detected.
Mating disruption uses pheromone-based products to confuse adult moths and prevent them from reproducing. Mating disruption floods the area with the scent of the female moth and confuses male spongy moths so they cannot find females. They die without reproducing. The product does not actually kill moths.
Pheromones are non-toxic compounds that insects use to communicate. The female spongy moth does not fly and must attract the male moths with pheromones.
SPLAT GM-O is an certified organic, non-toxic, biodegradable product for the control of spongy moth. It is made of food grade materials and has the consistency of hand cream. SPLAT GM-O uses pheromone to disrupt spongy moth mating habits without impacting other insects, mammals, or the surrounding environment.
All untreated regulated articles, such as sawbolts, pulpwood, or bark for fuel, must be accompanied by a limited permit when leaving spongy moth quarantined areas. Untreated regulated articles can only be transported to specified locations in accordance with specialized conditions.
All untreated regulated articles, such as sawbolts, pulpwood, or bark for fuel, must be accompanied by a limited permit when leaving spongy moth quarantined areas. Untreated regulated articles can only be transported to specified locations in accordance with specialized conditions.
Limited permits cannot be used for shipment of sawlogs, firewood, bark for mulch, holiday greenery, nursery stock, or for movement outside of Minnesota.
Limited permits cannot be used for shipment of sawlogs, firewood, bark for mulch, holiday greenery, nursery stock, or for movement outside of Minnesota.
Limited permits expire annually on April 30. Contact the MDA if you need a limited permit after April 30 for the 2025 calendar year.
Limited permits expire annually on April 30. Contact the MDA if you need a limited permit after April 30 for the 2025 calendar year.
To obtain a limited permit, individuals must complete a training provided by the MDA. If you had a valid 2024 limited permit you will be emailed instructions on the 2025 training and renewal application. All MDA limited permits expire annually on April 30.
Online training is available by following the steps below.
- Complete the application form.
- Submit your application by email to the MDA.
- Watch the MDA training video.
- Complete an online quiz.
Your limited permit will be emailed to you after completing the four steps above in 7-10 business days. If you have questions, please contact the MDA at reportapest@state.mn.us.
To obtain a limited permit, individuals must complete a training provided by the MDA. If you had a valid 2024 limited permit you will be emailed instructions on the 2025 training and renewal application. All MDA limited permits expire annually on April 30.
Online training is available by following the steps below.
- Complete the application form.
- Submit your application by email to the MDA.
- Watch the MDA training video.
- Complete an online quiz.
Your limited permit will be emailed to you after completing the four steps above in 7-10 business days. If you have questions, please contact the MDA at reportapest@state.mn.us.
