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Researchers thought colder temperatures and higher elevations could stop the march of invasive fire ants. Mother Nature had ...
The discovery of a fire ant nest at Tweed Heads on the NSW far north coast has prompted a quick response from authorities.
The Minns Labor Government's disastrous response to red imported fire ants has again been highlighted, with the discovery of ...
Farmers are calling for a government crackdown to stamp out fire ants in NSW after the pests were discovered in Tweed Heads ...
Scientists and farmers are pleading with the NSW and Albanese governments for extra funding after a fire ant nest was found ...
Some experts warn that the spread of fire ants across Australia could pose serious threats to the environment, economy — and ...
Find out where the ants are getting into the house by following their trails or looking for gaps to the exterior, then caulk those holes or plug them up with petroleum jelly. Then try laying down ant ...
There are several organic pesticides that control fire ants with reduced risk. One active ingredient is spinosad, a natural insecticide approved by the USDA for use in organic gardening.
The Asian needle ant is an "unusual pest," according to N.C. State. Unlike other pest ants such as the fire ant, the Asian needle ant is able to nest in both “natural areas” like forests and areas ...
There are calls for more action after a nest of the potentially deadly invasive pests was found in the state's north.