The Alabama Fire Ant Management Program
 
 
Home/Yard Treatment

 

Chemicals used in Fire Ant Management Chemicals used in Fire Ant Management

For home/yard treatment, fire ant baits or direct mound treatment may give the most satisfactory, cost-effective control. Fire ant baits work to eliminate colonies by disrupting the reproductive potential of the queen.  Baits are most effective when applied in the afternoon at temperatures between 70-80° F.  Direct mound treatment may best be achieved by a applying a dust or granular insecticide.

For more information on home/yard fire ant management see:

2004 Fire Ant Control Materials for Alabama Homeowners

Getting the Most Out of Your Fire Ant Bait

Biological Control of Imported Fire Ants

Imported Fire Ants in Lawns, Turf, and Structures

Argentine Ant Control

Broadcast Baits for Fire Ant Control PDF

 

Streaming Video Presentations:
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Also see the Alabama Cooperative Extension website

       
   

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