Barrier Red Mite Powder 500g
Barrier Red Mite Powder is an effective red mite repellent that you can be apply to your chickens as a proactive approach to a red mite infestation or to rectify an existing problem
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Barrier Red Mite Powder is an effective red mite repellent that can be applied to your chickens as a proactive approach to a red mite infestation or to rectify an existing problem
- The best time to treat the birds is during the evening, because Red Mite are nocturnal and feed on the birds as they roost at night
- Apply in accordance with the directions for use
- The powder can be dusted onto the birds and also added to the dust bath
- Do not apply to birds & poultry under 7 days old and apply sparingly to very small birds
- Thoroughly dust the birds with the Red Mite Powder avoiding the eye area
- Repeat application as necessary dependant upon the level of Red Mite infestation and until you are on top of the problem
- Barrier Red Mite Powder can be used on other blood sucking pests such as Lice, Fleas and Ticks.
Have I got red mite?
An increase in feed consumption accompanied by a decrease in egg production and growth are a sign that a poultry house should be examined for mites.
Red Mites are often found by looking under loose clods of litter, under slats, in nests or in any cracks and crevices in the house structure. They are evident as tiny red to blackish dots often in clusters.
Hygiene:
The risk of the red mite infestation can be greatly reduced by a complete and effective hygiene programme, all equipment should be removed from the house and completely mucked out regular health checks.
Treat housing and entrances regularly with Barrier Red Mite Concentrate, designed especially for wooden poultry housing
Life cycle:
Red Mites are able to live away from birds for up to 36 weeks and so it is essential that application continues to prevent re-infestation.
Eggs
Red Mite infestation may cause eggs to be stained red with crushed mites or mite faeces, a decrease in egg production or pale coloured yoke.
Outside treatment
In warmer conditions, Red Mite can survive outdoors - even in grass. They will wait until treated areas are no longer a danger.
