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Western Region IPM Ant Workshop University of California, Riverside August 20-21, 2008 Laurel D....
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Western Region IPM Ant Workshop
University of California, RiversideAugust 20-21, 2008
Laurel D. Hansen
Spokane Falls Community College
Research and extension priorities for ant management
Identification/Education
Management personnel/
technicians/homeowners
Odorous house ant: 3 mm
Velvety tree ant, L. occidentale: 2.5-5.5 mm
Velvety tree ant, (pine tree ant) L. luctuosum: 2.5-4.5 mm
Odorous House AntsTapinoma sessile
Research: WDO or nuisance
Natural habitats
Chemical/cultural management
Research: Seasonal Control
Winged forms emerging in structures
Slab construction
Activity in winter months
Research:
Species: WDO/nuisance
Management with removal of wood?
Injection techniques for buried wood?
Research:
Seasonal management
Reproductives in structures in winter
Wall injection at emerging sites vs full drill/inject treatment with liquid or dust
Research: (continued)
Spot/partial treatment vs full perimeter sprays
Label directions: ? up and ? feet out
Equipment: power vs hand held
Use of baits
Labor intensive: seasonal-foragers only
Transfer of material
Combination with other treatments
Problem: Competition with natural foods or bait acceptance