What Is the Best Fire Ant Killer?

There are few insect pests as destructive and invasive as the fire ant. Incredibly aggressive, and often attacking in swarms, the recipient of fire ant bites feels as if he has literally been burned. The stings leave red, pus-filled blisters, and can often result in lifelong scars. The ants made their way into the United States in the late 1940s, and by 2009 had spread to over 300 million acres (121,405,693 hectares) in 18 states. Eradication of fire ants, finding a workable fire ant killer, has been an ongoing battle of United States agricultural authorities for decades. The insects have also become prevalent in Australia, China, Taiwan, and the Philippines. Aside from attacks on people and small animals, fire ants also destroy a wide variety of crops. Some of the favorite entrees of the fire ant include soybeans, potatoes, watermelons, peanuts, strawberries, cucumbers, and any type of meat. The ants will also feed on seedlings, saplings, and virtually any seed that is in the ...  more

There are few insect pests as destructive and invasive as the fire ant. Incredibly aggressive, and often attacking in swarms, the recipient of fire ant bites feels as if he has literally been burned. The stings leave red, pus-filled blisters, and can often result in lifelong scars. The ants made their way into the United States in the late 1940s, and by 2009 had spread to over 300 million acres (121,405,693 hectares) in 18 states.  more