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Fire Ant Control

Good news! With persistence, patience and the right plan, fire ants can be controlled.

The Two-Step Method gives excellent control of red imported fire ants, especially in larger lawns and where applied to entire neighborhoods.  When applied properly this method poses little risk to people or pets. And the necessary ingredients can be found at most nursery supply or garden centers.

Check out the Two Step Program for fire ant control from the Extension Entomology Specialists of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.

For a more Natural, Organic, and Alternative Methods for Imported Fire Ant Management , read this :

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