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Hygienic litter keeps birds fitter

Bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites… for all of them, poultry housing is the next best thing to heaven - the perfect environment in which to survive and thrive. And of course, all of them can result in lower productivity and higher mortality.

Disinfection of housing is vital – and now, there’s a dry powder product that makes it easier than ever before.

Bio-Dry incorporates BIOVX, a disinfectant agent approved by Defra, which is active against not only bacteria, but also viruses, fungi, and even worm eggs and protozoa. Applied at just 50g per square metre to the floor area before the litter is laid, it will help to keep the housing hygienic and the flock healthy. Better still, because it is designed to be used with the birds in situ, it can be spread round feeders, drinkers and scratch areas at any time. And because it absorbs moisture and ammonia, Bio-Dry even improves the quality of the litter.

Clean, safe and simple to use, and persistent in its effectiveness, Bio-Dry is suitable for free-range layers, turkeys, ducks and geese, and is available in 25kg sacks from Bowden & Knights.