An incursion of electric ants on a property in northern Victoria has been ruled out, but farmers are urged to remain vigilant.

Exotic species present in Queensland, WA and the Northern Territory can be quickly spread through human activity and machinery-use.

Rural editor Sophie Clarke caught up with Agriculture Victoria Leading Biosecurity Officer Ryan Melville who says while the tiny red ants, found inside a man's water meter weren't deemed harmful, we should ALWAYS be on alert for pests.

An incursion of electric ants on a property in northern Victoria has been ruled out, but farmers are urged to remain vigilant.
Exotic species present in Queensland, WA and the Northern Territory can be quickly spread through human activity and machinery-use.
Rural editor Sophie Clarke caught up with Agriculture Victoria Leading Biosecurity Officer Ryan Melville who says while the tiny red ants, found inside a man's water meter weren't deemed harmful, we should ALWAYS be on alert for pests.

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The Rural News is market leader, dealing exclusively with stories of interest to the farming sector and has the support of Australia&rsquo;s largest media business and international correspondents.