A few ants in a garden isn't a big deal, and they control aphids. But nobody wants an infestation. This simple, natural trick ...

Texas A&M AgriLife has science-backed ways to control fire ants and eliminate entire colonies — and not just the ones you see.

Large ant hills in your yard can be an eyesore. Plus they can make it tricky to mow your lawn or tend your garden—especially if those hills harbor stinging fire ants. If you’re ready to reclaim your ...

Baking soda isn’t attractive to ants on its own and must be eaten to be effective. Mixing powdered sugar with baking soda ...

If you live in a warm climate, you’ve likely had at least one unfortunate interaction with fire ants. These tiny red ants are aggressive and fast, which means they can quickly climb onto your body, ...

Ants can quickly turn a well-kept lawn into uneven ground covered with soil mounds. These nests disrupt the grass surface, affect mowing, and in some cases damage the roots. The most effective way to ...

Poisonous baits are designed to smell and taste like foods that pest insects might want to consume, with varying degrees of success in controlling the pests. But a Purdue University entomologist has ...

Nobody likes the idea of having ants at home, and it can be frustrating, especially if the ants are found on the counter or ...

(Beyond Pesticides, June 29, 2022) A virus present in low levels in the United States is effective at managing populations of non-native fire ants, according to research. Although only focused on one ...