Distance Plus Ant Bait controls invasive and nuisance ants (including Red Imported Fire Ants) in domestic, commercial, environmental, or agricultural situations. It has the performance and safety profile to deliver ant control in almost any situation.

Many ant products can temporarily reduce the ant population, only for the problem to return. This is because they don’t always kill the queen, allowing more eggs to be produced and the colony to recover. Other ant products are limited as they cannot be used in sensitive areas due to their safety profile and action on non-target animals.

Active Ingredient: Pyriproxyfen @ 5g/L

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Distance Plus Ant Bait (Active Ingredient: Pyriproxyfen @ 5g/L)

Name: Distance Plus Ant Bait
Brand: Sumitomo
SKU: DISTANCE-PLUS
Price: 250.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

Distance Plus Ant Bait, containing Pyriproxyfen, controls invasive and nuisance ants (including Red Imported Fire Ants) in domestic, commercial, environmental or agricultural situations. Distance Plus has the performance and safety profile to deliver ant control in almost any situation. Many ant products can reduce the ant population for a while, only for the problem to return. This is because they don’t always kill the queen, allowing more eggs to be produced and the colony to recover. Other ant products are limited as they cannot be used in sensitive areas due to their safety profile and action on non-target animals.

What ant species does Distance Plus Ant Bait target:

Distance Plus is registered to control nuisance and tramp ants, including;

Red Imported Fire Ant (Solenopsis invicta)
Tropical Fire Ant (Solenopsis geminata)
Bigheaded Ant (Coastal Brown Ant) (Pheidole spp.)
Yellow Crazy Ant (Anoplolepis gracilipes)
Black Ants (Iridomyrmex and Ochetellus spp.)
Singapore Ant (Monomorium destructor) and other Monomorium spp.
Pony Ants (incl. Green Ants) (Rhytidoponera spp.)
Meat Ants (Iridomyrmex spp.)
Tyrant Ants (Iridomyrmex spp.)
Green Tree Ants (Oecophylla smaragdina)
Longlegged Ants (Paratrechina spp.)
Sugar Ants (Camponotus spp.)
Pennant Ants (Tetramorium spp.)

How does Distance Plus Ant Bait work:

Distance Plus Ant Bait is an Insect Growth Regulator (IGR), specifically a juvenile hormone mimic, similar to the naturally occurring insect growth hormones which control fertility, egg viability and pupation. Distance Plus breaks the reproductive life cycle of ants, eventually causing starvation of the colony through lack of replacement of foraging workers.

Ant workers pick up the bait granules and take them back to the colony or imbibe oil (containing the active ingredient) from the granules. Workers feed the solid bait to late instar larvae, which process the granules into liquid food, which is fed to the reproductive adults, workers and young larvae. Workers may also pass the collected oil directly to these other life stages. Due to the degeneration of reproductive organs, the queen ant (or ants) and subordinate reproductive females fail to lay viable eggs, and gradually, the worker population is reduced. The lack of worker replacement results in colony death as the existing worker ants age and die. Within three to four weeks, there is substantial colony mortality, and within eight weeks, the majority of the colony population has been eliminated.

Where can Distance Plus Ant Bait be used;

As Pyriproxifen, the active in Distance Plus Ant Bait, is an insect growth regulator, it has no impact on vertebrates. This great safety profile is one of the reasons Pyriproxyfen has an unscheduled poison classification. This allows it to be used in a wide range of domestic, commercial, environmental and agricultural situations. It is the only ant bait registered for use in cropping situations and can safely be used around livestock such as cattle, sheep, pigs and horses. Its low impact on non-target animals is a key reason for its use in the Government Ant Control Programs in Australia (National Fire Ant Eradication Program) for red imported fire ants and yellow crazy ants.

What is the application rate for Distance Plus Ant Bait:

Apply Distance Plus Ant Bait at 2kg-4kg per 10,000m² (2gm-4gm per 100m²)

Distance Plus may take a little longer to work, but its unique mode of action targets the queen, ensuring the colony’s death.

Pack Sizes: 4kg

Distance Plus Ant Bait Registrant: Sumitomo Chemical Australia Pty. Limited (APVMA #: 65967)

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Features & Benefits

It contains Pyripraxyfen, an insect growth regulator that stops the queen from producing eggs. Without eggs, there are no more ants, and there will be no more problems.
It has been approved for use in government ant control programs in Australia against red imported fire ants and yellow crazy ants.
Broad spectrum control for use against a wide range of species.
Unique mode of action for lasting colony control.
Granular formulation for easy, discrete and accurate spreader application.
Great safety and environmental profile for use in a wide range of situations.
Performance and safety profile to deliver ant control in almost any situation.
It may be laid utilising either hand-held spreaders, spreaders attached to motor vehicles or aerial applications.

Directions Of Use

Click here for Distance Plus Ant Bait directions for use

Situations:

Domestic and public service areas, commercial and industrial areas incl. parks, golf courses, sports grounds, paths and walkways, gardens, lawns and turf.
Cropping areas including, Plantations and orchards including Olives, Citrus and tropical fruits and tree nuts Other fruits and vegetables, herbs, spices. Pasture Native and managed forests.
Environmental Management Areas, including National Parks and Reserves, where invasive ants are a threat to ecosystem values.

Pests:

Invasive and nuisance ants including Red Imported Fire Ant (Solenopsis invicta), Tropical Fire Ant (Solenopsis geminata), Bigheaded Ant (Coastal Brown Ant) (Pheidole spp.), Yellow Crazy Ant (Anoplolepis gracilipes), Black Ants (Iridomyrmex and Ochetellus spp.), Singapore Ant (Monomorium destructor) and other Monomorium spp, Pony Ants (incl. Green Ants) (Rhytidoponera spp.), Meat Ants (Iridomyrmex spp.), Tyrant Ants (Iridomyrmex spp.), Green Tree Ants (Oecophylla smaragdina), Longlegged Ants (Paratrechina spp.), Sugar Ants (Camponotus spp.) & Pennant Ants (Tetramorium spp.)

Application Rate:

Apply at 2kg-4kg per 10,000m2 or 2gm-4gm per 100m2

Critical Comments:

Distance Plus Ant Bait should be applied in the early spring or summer at the first sign of ant activity. Application is most effective when ants are actively foraging. For most situations, the lower rate is adequate. However, in northern Australia, and where heavy infestations occur, then use the higher rate. Multiple applications may also be required for heavy infestations. Multiple applications may also be required for certain species that have multiple reproductive females inhabiting the same nest, to ensure that all reproductive females are exposed to the juvenile hormone mimic. These include Argentine ant (Linepithema humile) and Pony ants (Rhytidoponera).
Do not exceed 3 applications per year and a minimum of 3 months between each treatment.
Avoid exposure to terrestrial arthropods such as land crabs. Apply only in areas of high ant density with zero or low crab density.
Vegetables: Do not apply directly to crop plants. Apply to inter-row areas only.
Poultry: Do not apply in pasture or other areas where poultry are or are intended to be feeding and/or grazing. Baits may only be laid in situations where direct access to the bait by poultry is not possible, e.g., in situations where caged poultry is maintained above the ground/area to be baited.

Rates are a general guide only. Before opening, carefully read Distance Plus Ant Bait directions for use, precautionary and protection statements, storage and disposal, safety directions and first aid instructions. The product is designed for the particular purpose indicated on the label. Failure to use the product strictly as directed may be illegal and dangerous and render the product ineffective.

Questions and answers from customers

Is Distance Plus Ant Bait safe to use around dogs, poultry, pregnant women and waterways?

Q Is Distance Plus Ant Bait safe to use around dogs, poultry, pregnant women and waterways?
Asked by Julie on September 20, 2024 2:52 pm

Answered by the admin
Safety precautions for Distance Plus Ant Bait - (1) Dogs and Poultry: The product is not safe to use around dogs or poultry. The active ingredient, pyriproxyfen, can be toxic if ingested by these animals. (2) Pregnant Women: While the product is considered low-toxic, pregnant women should avoid direct contact with Distance Plus Ant Bait as a precaution. It's advisable to consult a healthcare professional if there are concerns about using it in areas frequented by pregnant women. (3) Waterways: The product should not be used near waterways. The product can be harmful to aquatic life if it contaminates water sources. Important: Always follow the product label instructions carefully. Take necessary precautions to ensure the safety of people, pets, and the environment. If you have specific concerns about using Distance Plus Ant Bait in a particular situation, consult the manufacturer (Sumitomo Chemical Australia - (02) 8752 9000) or a pest control professional for further guidance.

Disclaimer: This information and product advice is not intended to be advice or recommendations for any specific use or circumstance. You should seek specialist advice before using any product. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Specialist Sales liability is limited.

Host & Pest

Host	Pest
Host & Pest
Citrus Fruit Orchard, Commercial/Industrial Land, Crop - Spice, Cropping Area, Domestic And/Or Public Area, Fruit, Garden, Golf Course Turf, Herb, Native Woodland, Nut Tree, Olive Plantation, Oval Or Park Turf Or Lawn, Pasture, Path, Public Area - General, Sports Ground, Tropical Fruit Plantation, Turf And Lawn & Vegetable.	Invasive & Nuisance Ants including Red Imported Fire Ant (Solenopsis invicta), Tropical Fire Ant (Solenopsis geminata), Bigheaded Ant (Coastal Brown Ant) (Pheidole spp.), Yellow Crazy Ant (Anoplolepis gracilipes), Black Ants (Iridomyrmex and Ochetellus spp.), Singapore Ant (Monomorium destructor) and other Monomorium spp, Pony Ants (incl. Green Ants) (Rhytidoponera spp.), Meat Ants (Iridomyrmex spp.), Tyrant Ants (Iridomyrmex spp.), Green Tree Ants (Oecophylla smaragdina), Longlegged Ants (Paratrechina spp.), Sugar Ants (Camponotus spp.) & Pennant Ants (Tetramorium spp.)

Tips For Use

Application:

Baits may be laid utilising either hand-held spreaders, spreaders attached to motor vehicles or aerial applications.
All spreading equipment should be calibrated on a regular basis to ensure that the permitted rate per hectare is achieved and not exceeded.
When applying to vegetable crops ensure bait is placed in the inter-row area to avoid lodgement in the plant foliage.

Restraints:

Do not apply directly to water.
Do not apply within 20 m of water when applying by aerial application.
Turn off/close the granular applicator during aerial application over or near water.
Do not apply as a preventative measure for ant control.
Do not apply more than one application per year where terrestrial arthropods such as land crabs may occur.
Do not water or irrigate treated areas for at least 24 hours after application.
Do not apply directly to crop plants (excluding pastures).
Apply to inter-row areas where movement to water from irrigation or rainfall is not possible.

Protection Of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans and the Environment:

Very toxic to aquatic life.
Do not contaminate wetlands or other watercourses with the chemical or used container.
Turn off/close the granular applicator during aerial application over water and leave a set-back equivalent to one swath width from the edge of the water.
Do not apply Distance Plus Ant Bait from application equipment or under meteorological conditions that favour direct entry of Distance Plus Ant Bait into water, or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark.
Run-off from treated areas may be harmful to aquatic life in neighbouring areas.
Do not apply if rain is expected within 24 hours.
Do not irrigate treated areas for at least 24 hours after application.

Storage and Disposal:

Store in the closed, original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
This product contains vegetable oil as an attractant.
Under prolonged exposure to air, vegetable oil may become rancid and less attractive to ants.
For best results, this product should be used within three months of opening the sealed cover.
Otherwise, ensure the container is always tightly sealed.
Dispose of empty containers by wrapping them with paper and putting them in the garbage.

Safety Directions:

It will irritate the eyes.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
When using the product, wear elbow-length PVC gloves.
Wash hands after use.
After each day’s use, wash gloves and contaminated clothing.

First Aid:

If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131 126.
For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

This information and product advice is not intended as advice or recommendations for any specific use or circumstance. You should seek specialist advice before using any product. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Specialist Sales liability is limited.

Withholding Period

Withholding Period Details (WHP):

Not required when used as directed

SDS & Technical

Distance Plus Ant Bait Label (APVMA)	Download Pdf
Distance Plus Ant Bait Label	Download Pdf
Distance Plus Ant Bait SDS	Download Pdf
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Distance Plus Ant Bait TechSheet	Download Pdf

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