http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/index.htm The LSU AgCenter exists to develop and deliver practical, useful, life-enhancing information to the citizens of Louisiana. LSU AgCenter CMS Stager Copyright2009, LSU AgCenter 180 webmaster@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda Benedict) web@agcenter.lsu.edu (Sam Razi) en-us Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.lsuagcenter.com/images/agcenter-logo.gif http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/index.htm http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/facts_info/Fire+Ant+Quiz.htm Wed, 20 Apr 2005 20:59:53 GMT This interactive and fun quiz will challenge your knowledge of Red Imported Fire Ants. http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/facts_info/Fire+Ant+Quiz.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/762AD909-6652-4D2E-B1B1-94E9CA58B92E/9324/antquiz.jpg http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Fire+Ant+Mounds+at+St+Gabriel+Research+Station.htm Mon, 27 Feb 2006 19:02:30 GMT Brief summary informing people of the abundance of fire ant mounds in pastures at the St. Gabriel Research Station. http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Fire+Ant+Mounds+at+St+Gabriel+Research+Station.htm LInmon@agcenter.lsu.edu (Lacy M. Inmon) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/C7152513-433A-4FC7-9A9D-CD3C784530C1/22605/pic.JPG http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/facts_info/Managing+Imported+Fire+Ants+in+Urban+Areas.htm Wed, 16 Feb 2005 16:09:29 GMT Properly identifying the ant species is the first step in determining whether and how to control them. In this publication there are options for managing various kinds of imported fire ant problems. http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/facts_info/Managing+Imported+Fire+Ants+in+Urban+Areas.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/5EB1B5BA-857A-4693-BF2C-D5817CBB6B38/3111/pub2817ManagingFireAnts5.jpg http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Broadcast+Baits+for+Fire+Ant+Control.htm Mon, 14 Nov 2005 16:30:08 GMT A Southern IPM Center publication. When choosing a broadcast bait to control imported fire ants, consumers and professional pesticide applicators face a confusing array of brand names and active ingredients with varying product performances. This guide addresses common concerns about broadcast baits to help consumers and professionals choose products that best fit their needs and situations. (PDF Format Only) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Broadcast+Baits+for+Fire+Ant+Control.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/528A253E-F404-4582-A0E9-DCD487729A1D/19308/B6099Fireantscover1.jpg http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Bug+Biz++Fire+Ants.htm Fri, 28 Jan 2005 15:18:47 GMT The red imported fire ant, a Louisiana resident since the early 1950s, can be a painful pest or a beneficial friend. Depending on your situation, you may want to manage these ants or simply let them go about their helpful way. Eradication vs. management of the fire ant is discussed in this fact sheet. http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Bug+Biz++Fire+Ants.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/38828637-B5D5-4693-B519-6A82C75FB47B/2138/pub2360fireants5.jpg http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Red+Imported+Fire+Ant+Colony+Diagnostics+Using+Worker+Head+Widths.htm Mon, 21 Nov 2005 16:56:50 GMT The purpose of this study was to determine if differences in worker size are indicative of social form for Solenopsis invicta colonies in Louisiana. http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Red+Imported+Fire+Ant+Colony+Diagnostics+Using+Worker+Head+Widths.htm LInmon@agcenter.lsu.edu (Lacy M. Inmon) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/35508455-150F-47E6-9CD9-E0F03D56DB50/19662/brownantposter1.jpg http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Bait+Amounts+for+RIFA++Table.htm Fri, 18 Nov 2005 20:58:12 GMT This table indicates the amount of bait in ounces and tablespoons needed per square foot for effective control of fire ants. http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Bait+Amounts+for+RIFA++Table.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/Sister+Fight+Fire+Ants+With+Broadscale+Treatments.htm Thu, 09 Nov 2006 16:23:30 GMT Stepping outdoors was like being under attack for one homeowner. Fire ants were everywhere in her yard. Her sister’s pasture also was under siege. So they turned to an LSU AgCenter entomologist for help. (Runtime: 1 minute, 47 seconds) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/Sister+Fight+Fire+Ants+With+Broadscale+Treatments.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/C9073DA0-780B-4AE3-86E3-CA6710B6B606/31072/FireAnts.jpg http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/fire_ant_product_information/Fire+Ant+Bait+Distributors.htm Fri, 12 May 2006 16:16:33 GMT The public can order any fire ant bait through local hardware stores, nurseries or coop/feed stores. http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/fire_ant_product_information/Fire+Ant+Bait+Distributors.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/Parishes+with+Spreaders+for+Areawide+Programs.htm Wed, 24 Jan 2007 17:54:24 GMT Map showing parishes that have a spreader available for use in area wide application of fire ant baits. Listing of locations by parish that have implemented the area wide program. http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/Parishes+with+Spreaders+for+Areawide+Programs.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://www.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/AD9A41D2-13B4-4E1F-85AA-94BE387CA24A/33092/LouisianaSPREADERS.jpg http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/hurricane_katrina/Be+On+Lookout+For+Fire+Ants+In+Areas+Where+Flooding+Occurred.htm Wed, 12 Oct 2005 19:24:23 GMT Fire ants can be a serious problem after hurricanes – particularly in flooded areas, according to experts with the LSU AgCenter. http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/hurricane_katrina/Be+On+Lookout+For+Fire+Ants+In+Areas+Where+Flooding+Occurred.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet)