Fire Ants in Compost and Composted Garden

Question

I have fire ants in my lasagna garden and my compost. What can I use to kill them that won’t poison my vegetables?

Answer 1

Cornmeal is often used in home remedies for treating ants. These articles should also provide suggestions for getting rid of ants: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/keeping-ants-of-flowering-vines-vegetables-and-flowers.htm, https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/get-rid-of-ants.htm