Overview

• Ants are vital for soil aeration, seed dispersal and nutrient recycling but require control only when they invade structures, food stores or under terrace slabs.
• Experts recommend preventive steps such as collecting fallen fruit, sealing entry points and managing aphids to reduce attractants and discourage large ant colonies.
• Home remedies like lemon peels, cinnamon dust or vinegar sprays disrupt ant pheromone trails and create effective scent barriers.
• Nonlethal relocation using baited pots or inverted chambers moves entire colonies including the queen to less intrusive garden spots.
• Nematode treatments target ant larvae as a safe biological control, minimizing reliance on broad-spectrum chemical pesticides and safeguarding beneficial insects.