Steve from Tumacacori, Arizona writes
I live in So. AZ in rural area. I have several kinds of ants but some have large colonies in the dry lot area where my livestock spend time. I want to either get rid of them entirely or at least knock them back so they don't get bigger. I currently spray every other day with Home Defense but they just come back quickly. I need a strong product as well as the best method to use it. I want something I can use around the house as well. Thanks
Permethrin SFR can be used to drench ant mounds in animal areas. Per the product label: "Apply 1-2 gallons of emulsion to each mound area by sprinkling the mound until it is wet and treat a 4 foot diameter circle around the mound. Use the higher volume for mounds larger than 12 inches. For best results, apply in cool weather, such as in early morning or late evening hours, but not in the heat of the day." If you are treating in a grazing area or pasture, then we would suggest doing the same application using Essentria All Purpose insecticide, which does not have grazing restrictions.
Answer last updated on: 06/17/2016
