The local Ag Extension guys here in south Florida recommend using baits containing Metaldehyde or Mesurol. I use the former in a powder form. Have never seen it in pellet form. Its quite effective. For your reading pleasure I recommend that those of you with web access check out <http://www.gil.com.au/~emmerik/slug_snail_FAQ.html>. This Australian site is the best I have seen on the subject. The site is up - I just checked. Don Don Burns Plantation, FL USA Zone 10b