Science Scientists boost termite kill rate to 95% using pine scent to lure pests to treatment by Anika Shah - Technology April 21, 2026 by Anika Shah - Technology April 21, 2026 Scientists at UC Riverside have boosted termite kill rates from 70% to over 95% by luring western drywood termites with pinene, a natural pine scent that mimics food. How pinene … 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail