Water-Resistant Ant Bait in Testing at the USDA Research Center

Researchers are Developing New Baits That Will More Effectively Destroy Ant Colonies
Researchers are Developing New Baits That Will More Effectively Destroy Ant Colonies

Some ants can be beneficial as long as they’re outside, but others can cause big problems. Fire ants, for example, have a painful bite and tend to go after people in large numbers. Baits for these ants haven’t changed much since they were first around in the 1960s, but scientists are working on improving them.

Improved Ant Bait

Researchers are developing water-resistant ant bait that could prove to be more effective at eliminating ants than traditional bait. This water-resistant bait prevents the queen from being able to produce eggs, which helps destroy the colony.

Traditional baits aren’t always as effective as they could be due to wet conditions that cause their ingredients to break down. Water-resistant baits aren’t susceptible to the same breakdown, which helps ensure that they do their job. In fact, scientists found that colonies exposed to this type of bait stopped producing worker ants.

NJ homeowners should note that this water-resistant bait isn’t available yet in the U.S., although there’s a patent for it. Until it becomes available, homeowners should depend on Ocean County NJ pest control companies to handle any ant infestations they have in their home or yard.

If you have an ant problem on your property, contact Allison Pest Control to learn more about our services. We’re one of the leading Ocean County NJ pest control companies thanks to our reliable service.

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