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Safer Way?
Jalmura, 2017
Some of us eat it, some of us can’t stand it, but seaweed could be a key ingredient in safer farming
techniques.
After finding out that ants were killing off a wasp species researches needed to kill the Asian citrus psyllid,
they developed Hydrogel.
It’s an inexpensive seaweed-based ant bait that’s biodegradable, and is proving effective in controlling
Argentinean ants.
University of California researchers have found that these jello-like liquid spheres can reduce ant
populations drastically.
Hydrogels are similar to other liquid ant baits, but they are absorbent and can retain water over long
periods of time.
They’re made of sugar water laced with .0001 percent thiamethoxam, which is about 100 times less than
what is in standard gel traps, and 1,000 times less than typical spray insecticides.
It probably won’t be available on the market for awhile. In need of insect repellents now? Visit this page for
organic ways to keep pests away from your home and garden.
Seaweeds are rich in minerals and fast growing — some can grow up to 3 feet a day. Hopefully this means
an easy, sustainable supply.
It’s also becoming a popular non-chemical fertilizer for farming and gardening.