We do not recommend that you spread the bait with your fertilizer because you could contaminate the bait and the ants could reject it. be sure to read the Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait product label for complete usage instructions.
While you can use Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait in pastures where you have companion animals, it cannot be used in grazing fields where you will use the animal for food of any sort. Since you are using the goat's milk we recommend using Extinguish Fire Ant Bait which contains an IGR (insect growth regulator). IGR's are different from conventional products which provide a direct kill to fire ants. IGR's work by affecting queen reproduction which means the effects of the treatment may not be immediately evident. Though slower in action, control is complete without the concern of rebounding or movement of the colony to another location. Reduction in colony size can be seen beginning at 3 weeks with colony elimination within 8 to 10 weeks. When existing workers die, replacement workers are not produced resulting in starvation and elimination of the queen and colony.
Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait is not labeled for termites.
If unopened and stored away from extreme temperatures Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait has a one year shelf life. However, once opened it should be used within 3 months.
Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait controls imported and Native Fire Ants and other ants, such as Harvester Ants, Big-headed Ants, and Argentine Ants
Yes, both Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait and Extinguish Professional Fire Ant Bait both contain an IGR. Extinguish Professional Fire Ant Bait contains methoprene, which is the insect growth regulator, and an attractive bait to control fire ants in various areas. Extinguish Plus contains methoprene and an insecticide, hydramethylnon, to control many types of ants, including fire ants, harvester ants, bigheaded ants, etc.
Eliminating the fire ant colony would be a good place to start using Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait. This will eliminate the food source they are searching for. You can apply a broadcast application (1.5-2 lbs. per acre) or treat individual mounds with (2-5 tablespoons per mound). **Ants must be foraging for this to work. A good way to test to see if ants are foraging is the "Potato Chip Theory" Place a potato chip within a couple feet of the mound and if you see ant activity on the chip within a couple hours, then you know it is the right time to apply the ant bait.
We would recommend using Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait. A broadcast treatment across the entire area would be best so that the fire ants do not just move their mounds to other areas. If you do an individual mound treatment, be sure to treat at least three feet out as well. There are no grazing restrictions for companion animals, such as horses, llamas, etc. You will use 1.5-2 lbs. per acre for a broadcast application and 2-5 tablespoons for individual mounds. While spring and fall are the best time to apply the bait, you may apply as needed, when ants are active and foraging (usually early morning or late afternoon with soil temperatures above 60
Per the manufacturer, the amount of ai in Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait is intended to break down after 7 days. Unless it is near a water runoff area, it will not sustain itself long enough to affect ground water.
Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait is only strong enough to kill a very small ant, larger animals would have to ingest quite a bit of it to be affected. However if you have concerns, we suggest contacting your vet.
While you can use Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait in pastures where you have companion animals, it cannot be used in grazing fields where you will use the animal for food of any sort. Per the manufacturer's label: This product is toxic to fish. Do not apply directly to water, to areas where surface water is present, or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash water. Do not apply when weather conditions favor drift from target areas.
Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait can harm bees that come in contact with it. Be sure to make the application when bees are not pollinating.
With the miniscule amounts of Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait that would be applied when used at labeled rates, its highly unlikely that the animals would even notice or find the bait in comparison to the other food sources available to them in the area. It would be even more unlikely they would consume any amounts that would be of any impact to the animal as well. Baiting for fire ants should be done after performing a potato chip test per the label, and only put out when they are actively foraging for food and showing response to the chips you have put out before hand. Following the label instructions for application will not only yield better results for the product on the ant colonies, but will also cut down on the likelihood of bait being available when the deer and other animals pass through.
Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait is not considered an organic product.
Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait is safe when used as directed. Your dogs can safely return to the treated area 12 hours after the application according to the product label. We would recommend applying in the early morning or late evening when bees are less active. When you apply this product, you normally would broadcast it over your lawn in such a small amount there would not be enough of it in one place for your pet/birds to consume. This product is only strong enough to kill a very small ant, larger animals would have to ingest quite a bit of it to be effected
Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait will not cause Fire Ants to migrate to neighboring properties however that is not to say colonies may not develop or relocate there. The active ingredient Hydramethylnon is a slow-acting poison (delayed toxicity) that needs to be eaten to be effective. Slow-acting modes of action are desirable when controlling social insects, such as ants or termites, because then they live long enough to return to the colony to share it with other insects.
Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait also contains the insect growth regulator Methoprene that will stop the Queen from reproducing as the bait is shared throughout the colony.
Please review our How to Use Fire Ant Bait Outdoors Video for more tips.
Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait would be a good choice for you. Extinguish Plus can be used on pasture land and there are no grazing restrictions for companion animals. Below you will see the grazing info available on the Extinguish Plus product label.
Extinguish Plus combines the power of hydramethylnon with an insect growth regulator (IGR) to kill fire ant workers and prevent queens from laying fertile eggs. The result is complete fire ant colony control. Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait is best used in the spring or early fall, or whenever fire ants are active. The ants will feed off Extinuish Plus and spread the bait throughout the entire colony, halting the infestation within weeks. Extinguish Fire Ant Bait can be used indoors and outdoors on lawns, pastureland, rangeland, landscaped areas, and golf courses.
EXTINGUISH PLUS may be applied to grass forage (pastures and rangeland) for the control of fire ants only in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina,
Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. Use on grass forage (pastures and rangeland) in states other than those listed is unlawful. See Outdoor Use table for application directions. Do not exceed 8 pounds per acre per year or more than 4 times a year, with a
minimum re-treatment interval of 90 days. Do not bale and cut treated pastures and rangelands for 7 days following application. These cutting and baling hay restrictions for pasture and rangeland do not apply when the treated pasture and rangeland is used solely to support COMPANION ANIMALS (e.g., horses, llamas, etc.). Companion animals grazed on treated areas cannot be used for food or feed.
Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait is safe on grounds surrounding poultry houses (excluding runs and ranges), or corrals and other animal holding areas. This should not be used in areas where livestock or animals used for meat will be feeding.
