Broadcast Baits for Fire Ant Control

Amdro® Ant Block™

Advantages:

• Inexpensive when applied as a band
• Relatively fast control
• No spreader needed

Disadvantages:

• Slow compared to Once and Done
• Will control ants only within a few feet of where applied

Active Ingredient: 0.88% hydramethylnon

Similar Products: Any with hydramethylnon (Amdro, Maxforce, etc.)

Application Rate, Broadcast: 4 oz. per 180 linear feet in 1-foot band

Speed of Control: relatively fast, 2 - 6 weeks

Duration of Control: varies with reinvasion pressure

Approximate Cost: depends on perimeter of structure

Best used for: Homeowner application around structures

Best season for application: Whenever ants are foraging for food, particularly effective in late summer and fall

Sources: retail stores and garden centers

Toxicity: very low; may be toxic to animals if very large quantities are consumed

Agricultural Uses: None

Mixing with other products: Not advisable

General Comments: This product was developed for the consumer market to help prevent ant invasion of structures and has a unique band application method. The product provides no true residual control, but should eliminate colonies within foraging distance of the bait band (estimated up to 30 feet).

Manufacturer: Ambrands

Web site (including label and MSDS): http://www.amdro.com/Amdro/labels.html