Monitoring Mites
Fast treatment is vital in red mite infestations, as new generations of mites are introduced every 10 days. There are many methods for monitoring infestations that can detect first mites, record population dynamics, and help determine when to treat and the effectiveness of treatment. These methods include:
- Mite monitoring score – Poultry Red Mites
- Mite traps – Poultry Red Mites
- Examining feathers, dust and dried droppings – Poultry Red Mites and Northern Fowl Mites
Once an infestation is monitored sufficiently, treatment methods can be applied.
Many factors contribute to the introduction and spread of mites.
Many factors contribute to the introduction and spread of poultry red mites.
Avoid the damages caused by infestations with a farm biosecurity audit.
Mite Surveillance
There are many methods for monitoring mite infestations that can detect first mites, record population dynamics and help determine when to treat and the effectiveness of treatment. Mite traps are a very effective way for monitoring Poultry Red Mites. Want to know more? Provide your email and an MSD Animal Health representative will get in touch with you.
