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

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

Fire ants can create significant challenges for California almond growers, particularly as populations build during warmer ...

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, ...

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 ...

Most of us have cinnamon in our pantries, but can it work to keep ants away? We asked the pros.

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 ...

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

ORLANDO, March 22, 2024 – UCF Biology Professor Joshua King has won the 2023 Theodore Roosevelt Genius Prize and $100,000 for an innovation he created to control a ubiquitous pest — fire ants. His ...