Organic unique formulation of Poultry Louse Powder contains a safe-carrier that does not cause carcinogenic effects.
Designed to be applied directly to all animals it is suitable for use in organic farming systems, as it falls into the exempt category of products which use only plant oils as active ingredients, as listed in Annexe IIB (Pesticides) of Council Regulation (EEC) No 2092/91 (as amended).
It successfully rids animals, including Cattle, Horses and Poultry of both Sucking and Biting Lice, which are normally dealt with separately, and will help to prevent reduced growth rates, which can result from Lice infestation.
Poultry are only affected by biting lice, which can cause severe anaemia in young animals. Species include Menopon gallinae and Goniodes gallinae.
Louse powder is very cost effective and the most environmentally friendly product of its kind for by the animal and the user.
After identifying that lice is the problem thoroughly cover the bird with the product, paying particular attention to the neck, under wings, along the back and at the base of the tail.
Where heavy infestations exist, repeat application after 7 days. Although lice can only survive for a few days off their host it is important to remember to treat all bedding, housing etc at the same time to prevent re-infestation.
Louse Powder lasts for up to six weeks but reapplication may be necessary where wet weather conditions apply.
Contains Australian Tea Tree Oil 1.5% and Lavandin Oil 1.5% with Sterilizable Maize as a carrier.
Does not taint eggs. Does not contain pyrethrum.
Plese remember Louse Powder designed to be applied directly on bird and not inside the chicken coops.