Kill the beetles. Keep the birds.
- Eliminates darkling beetles without harming poultry
- Breaks the beetle-to-bird disease cycle
- Natural formula — no chemical residue in the house
- Apply between flocks or during production
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Desecticide delivers breakthrough natural technology specifically formulated to control soft-bodied pests, with exceptional results against mites in poultry and horses. This FIFRA 25(b) exempt pesticide uses safe, natural ingredients to provide fast contact kill without harsh chemicals. Benefits of...
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Darkling beetles are costing you more than you think
Disease Vectors
Darkling beetles carry E. coli, Salmonella, Marek's disease, and other pathogens. Every beetle in your house is a disease reservoir that reinfects flock after flock.
Feed Waste
A heavily infested house may lose an estimated 5-10% of feed to beetle consumption. That's money disappearing into insects instead of bird growth.
Structural Damage
Beetle larvae bore into insulation, wooden framing, and styrofoam. Over time, they compromise your house's thermal envelope, driving up heating and cooling costs.
How It Works
| Feature | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Natural active ingredients | No chemical residue left in the house — safe for birds during and after application |
| Kills beetles at all life stages | Targets adults, larvae, and pupae for comprehensive population control |
| Apply during production | No need to wait for cleanout — treat active houses without removing birds |
| Compatible with litter treatments | Use alongside Big Ole Bird, Litter Life, and other Southland products |
| Concentrate formula | Dilutes for economical coverage of large commercial houses |
Application: Pump sprayer or boom sprayer
Commercial broiler house — cleanout (between flocks): • Mix 1 gallon concentrate per 20 gallons of water • Spray litter, walls, posts, and under equipment • A standard 40×500 house requires 2-3 gallons concentrate per cleanout • Allow to dry before placing new bedding Commercial house — during production: • Mix 1 gallon concentrate per 30 gallons of water • Spray perimeter walls, posts, and beetle congregation areas • A standard 40×500 house requires 1-2 gallons concentrate for perimeter treatment • Avoid direct contact with feed and water lines Layer and breeder houses: • Same dilution rates as broiler houses • Focus on pit areas, under slats, and manure belt areas • Treat monthly during peak beetle season Maintenance: • Reapply every 2-3 weeks during heavy infestations • Monthly maintenance spray during lower pressure periods
The Hidden Cost of Darkling Beetles
Darkling beetles aren’t just a nuisance — they’re a profit leak. In commercial poultry houses, beetle infestations create three compounding problems:
Disease transmission. Beetles are confirmed carriers of E. coli, Salmonella, Marek’s disease, avian influenza, and other pathogens. They reinfect each new flock from the litter, creating a persistent disease cycle that probiotics and vaccines alone can’t fully address.
Feed loss. Industry estimates suggest heavily infested houses may lose 5-10% of feed to beetle consumption. For a 20,000-bird broiler house, that can mean an estimated $400-800 per flock going to insects.
Structural damage. Beetle larvae bore into insulation, wooden posts, and styrofoam panels. Over time, this compromises your house’s thermal envelope, increasing energy costs and requiring expensive repairs.
Why Natural Matters
Traditional chemical insecticides leave residue in the house environment, can affect bird health, and often require withdrawal periods or empty-house application windows. Desecticide uses natural active ingredients that target beetle biology without chemical persistence.
This means you can treat during production — not just at cleanout — giving you a continuous control tool instead of periodic knockdown.
Part of a Biosecurity Program
Desecticide works best as part of an integrated approach. Many growers combine it with Big Ole Bird (probiotics for gut health), Litter Life (litter amendment for ammonia and pathogen control), and Catalyst (vitamin supplement) for comprehensive flock health management.
90%+
Beetle Reduction
Grower field reports
Safe
During Production
1,000+
Houses Treated
$0
Bird Withdrawal
We had a darkling beetle problem that was out of control — insulation damage, disease pressure, the whole thing. Two applications of Desecticide during cleanout and we saw a dramatic difference. We spray every flock now.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Desecticide safe to use while birds are in the house?
Yes. Desecticide uses natural active ingredients that target beetles without harming poultry. You can apply during production by spraying perimeter walls and beetle congregation areas while avoiding direct contact with feed and water lines.
How quickly does it work?
You'll see beetle mortality within 24-48 hours of application. For heavy infestations, a second application 2-3 weeks later targets newly hatched larvae that survived the first treatment.
Will it damage insulation or house materials?
No. Desecticide is water-based and won't damage insulation, wood, metal, or concrete surfaces. It's actually protecting those materials by eliminating the larvae that bore into them.
Can I use it with Litter Life or Big Ole Bird?
Yes. Desecticide is compatible with all Southland Organics poultry products. Many growers use it as part of a comprehensive biosecurity program alongside probiotics and litter treatments.
How much do I need for a standard broiler house?
A 40x500 broiler house typically requires 2-3 gallons of concentrate per cleanout application (mixed at 1:20 ratio). During production, 1-2 gallons covers perimeter treatment.
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