Using River Birch Wood Chips as Mulch: Termite Concerns

Q: Huge pile of wood chips from river birch stump grinding. Can we use in yard? Will it attract termites?

A: Yes, use chips for mulch anywhere as long as layer is less than 1 inch thick. Termites aren't "attracted" to chips but love moist soil underneath mulch. If a termite queen lays eggs in mulch, workers will consume chips, but a chip pile won't bring insects from other yard areas.