Invasive ants are a growing ecological concern across Australia & beyond. From displacing native insects to damaging crops, infrastructure & delicate ecosystems, their impact is far-reaching. As land managers, councils & environmental contractors search for better solutions, the challenge remains: how do we manage these pests without harming the pollinators, plants & animals we're trying to protect? Flora Gel, a biodegradable polymer-based bait matrix, is fast becoming the go-to choice for sustainable, low-risk ant control. Backed by scientific research & real-world trials, it's proving that pest control doesn’t have to come at the cost of ecological health.
The Dilemma: Eradicate the Ants, Protect the Ecosystem
Conservation zones, national parks, rural properties & community green spaces all face the threat of invasive ant species like the Argentine ant & yellow crazy ant. These aggressive ants outcompete native species, destroy habitats & pose a significant risk to local biodiversity. While the need to control these pests is urgent, conventional methods, such as broad-spectrum sprays & granular baits often raise concerns. These treatments can impact beneficial insects, including honeybees, native pollinators & soil invertebrates. They may also leave behind chemical residues that affect soil & water health, especially in environmentally sensitive areas. This leaves Landcare professionals, councils & pest control contractors in a difficult position: control the ants or protect the ecosystem? Flora Gel offers a solution that allows you to do both.
Introducing Flora Gel: Targeted, Biodegradable & Bee-Safe
Flora Gel is a water-absorbing polymer designed to hold sugar water or liquid bait solutions. Once hydrated, the crystals transform into soft, jelly-like beads that can be infused with low-dose insecticide for ant control.Unlike traditional bait carriers, Flora Gel doesn’t leach into the environment or attract unintended species. It stays put, retains moisture for days & allows for highly targeted applications in even the most challenging terrain.
Flora Gel has been independently tested by CSIRO over multiple years & in a wide range of environments. During trials, sugar-laced Flora Gel was deployed near active beehives, in bee flight paths & in areas with minimal floral resources; yet not a single honey bee was observed landing on or interacting with the product.
This makes Flora Gel an ideal choice for use in areas where pollinator safety is a priority. Whether in bushland, near orchards or alongside sensitive flora, Flora Gel supports pest eradication while helping protect our most important insects.
Proven in the Field, Trusted by Conservation Professionals
Flora Gel has already been adopted by conservation teams, councils & environmental contractors in ant management programs across Australia & internationally. It’s been successfully used in yellow crazy ant eradication campaigns, including on island ecosystems & coastal habitats where chemical exposure must be minimised.
In these programs, Flora Gel was chosen not only for its effectiveness in delivering bait to ant colonies but also for its non-toxic composition, ease of use & excellent moisture retention, critical for long-term field applications. Flora Gel is biodegradable, so it naturally breaks down over time, leaving no residue behind. This makes it an excellent fit for long-term ecological monitoring & stewardship plans.
The Smart Choice for Sustainable Pest Management
For councils responsible for maintaining parks and reserves, Landcare groups working in revegetation zones & contractors servicing environmentally sensitive areas, Flora Gel offers peace of mind. It delivers on performance, safety & sustainability; three factors that are essential in modern pest management. It allows you to stay compliant with environmental regulations while still achieving measurable reductions in invasive ant populations. It’s easy to apply, compatible with manual or aerial distribution & doesn’t require complex mixing or machinery. Flora Gel empowers you to take action without unintended harm.
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