Mosquitoes carry a wide range of diseases, including West Nile virus. Fortunately, a new weapon in the fight against mosquitoes is here. Bite Free Granular Larvicide for Mosquito Control from Farnam Companies, Inc., controls mosquito larvae within 24 hours. The product is packaged in easy-to-use, premeasured, water-soluble packets that you simply toss into any body of water (where mosquitoes breed). Each packet treats up to 2,500 gallons of water for up to 30 days.

Cost: See your local dealer.
Contact: Farnam Companies, Inc.,(800) 234-2269; www.farnamhorse.com.