| 摘要 |
<p>A novel formulation of essential oils, which has been named 'ARD 75' and is composed as follows: <SL> <LI> ¦ eucalyptus oil: 1 part <LI> ¦ citronellol: 1 part <LI> ¦ terpinen-4-ol: 0.25 part <LI> ¦ oil of <I>Myrica gale</I>: 0.25 part <LI> ¦ organic seaweed surfactant: <I>quantum sufficit</I>, </SL> is described which act synergistically to prevent the development of eggs of the poultry red mite, <I>Dermanyssus gallinae</I> (illustrated in Figure 1). In addition, the formulation is toxic against adult mites, resulting in death within minutes of exposure (illustrated in Figure 2). The oil-based formulation can be applied with a brush, or converted to an emulsion for spray-application by simple homogenisation with water and an appropriate detergent. Each component is of 'Food and Fragrance' quality, used in the perfume- and food industry. The formulation is neither toxic to chickens nor to handlers, and does not taint chicken eggs.</p> |
