Diatomaceous earth consists of 150 million-year-old single-celled organisms with a skeleton made up of nearly 100% silica and 15 other trace elements. When viewed under a microscope, it resembles shards of glass.
Due to its structure, diatomaceous earth has a remarkable ability to absorb moisture, thus having a drying effect on its surroundings. It is used both as a dietary supplement and in animal enclosures. Both the animals' fur and the enclosures can be treated with it.
Our diatomaceous earth is feed grade. This means it is appropriate for use in animal feed, but it is not for human consumption.
Applying Diatomaceous Earth
- In the chicken coop: The easiest way to apply diatomaceous earth is by spreading it with a brush. Dip the handbrush into the diatomaceous earth and spread it thoroughly in all the corners, crevices, and seams of the coop. You can also use our Rootsum powder sprayer if you have difficulty reaching certain areas in your chicken coop.
- As a dietary supplement: Mix diatomaceous earth with the daily ration.
Combining with ChickenHeppie or other beneficial insects
Because of its physical mode of action, you should not combine diatomaceous earth with predatory mites such as ChickenHeppie or other beneficial insects. When you are dealing with an infestation of chicken or poultry mites, we recommend first thoroughly cleaning the coop with diatomaceous earth, then removing all traces of diatomaceous earth before releasing ChickenHeppie.