Smite Organic Diatomaceous Powder

Smite Organic DE (Diatomaceous Earth) Powder, available in 1kg or 5kg tubs.

* Ideal for moist areas in animal houses where moulds, fungi, mites and crawling insects live and breed
* A 100% natural product containing no chemicals
* Can be used when animals and birds are present
* Stain and odour free
* Can be used in food areas
* Has no detrimental effect on the natural eco-system
* For control of ants, fleas, cockroaches, store cupboard insects, bed bugs, animal mites (including red mites), lice and silverfish

Smite DE Powder is diatomaceous earth - a desiccant powder and drying agent for use in chicken coops and livestock areas, especially in damp areas where moulds, mites and crawling insects thrive.

A naturally mined mineral, diatomaceous earth is the fossilised remains of diatoms, a type of hard-shelled river algae. It contains no pesticides or chemicals and kills insects like red mites by breaking down the waxy exoskeleton and absorbing lipids and body fluids, causing them to dry out and die.

Sprinkle throughout the coop and bedding all year round, but especially in summer months to keep red mites at bay, and puff into the feathers of the birds to tackle lice on their body (gloves and a mask are advised if sensitive to dust). It can also be added to feed rations to maintain a healthy gut, improve essential mineral uptake and aid digestion.

Combine with Smite Red Mite Liquid Concentrate which is a detergent, degreaser and cleaner for the chicken coop. For hints and tips on eradicating red mite see our page on Getting Rid of Red Mite Chicken Houses.

Standard delivery via courier is next working day to most mainland UK destinations for orders placed before 2pm (excl. weekends and bank holidays).