DIATOMACEOUS EARTH
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Diatomaceous earth (DM) is made from fossilised shells called diatoms. These tiny hard shells are mined from the bottom of ancient waterways then crushed and used as a natural insecticide. The shell of the diatoms consists of mostly silica, when crushed the silica is, to a mite, like tiny glass shards which damage their outer skin causing them to dehydrate and perish. The particles are far too small to be harmful to larger organisms like humans.
(shaker not included)
Available in 1kg and 3kg bags
PRODUCT DATA:
Diatomaceous Earth (Food Grade)
APPLICATIONS:
Mites like to feed on hens when brooding and roosting therefore these areas are where mites mostly live and where diatomaceous earth is best applied.
- Nests: Remove all used bedding from the nesting boxes sprinkle diatomaceous earth on the surfaces then replace with fresh bedding, lightly sprinkle diatomaceous earth onto bedding and work in.
- Roosts: Dust on and around roosting areas
- Hens: Mites can be controlled by on chickens by dusting between the feathers and onto the skin.
- Dust Baths: Add a couple of tablespoons full of DM to the chicken’s dust bath/s this way they will apply the DM naturally.
Note: When handling diatomaceous earth avoid inhalation and contact with eyes
PACKAGED BY: Yardlands LTD
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| size | 1kg, 3kg |
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