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Ground Sanitising Powder
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  • Ground Sanitising Powder
  • Ground Sanitising Powder
  • Ground Sanitising Powder
Ground Sanitising Powder

Ground Sanitising Powder

CHF 16.29

Struggling with coop odours, dampness, and fly problems? Ground Sanitising Powder absorbs up to 7 times its weight in moisture whilst controlling harmful bacteria including Salmonella, E. coli, and Campylobacter. Neutralises odours, kills insect eggs, and creates healthier air quality. Apply 50g per square metre for professional-grade hygiene. One 2.5kg tub treats up to 50 square metres.
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Description

Professional hygiene and odour control for healthier coops!

This powerful sanitising powder transforms coop maintenance with exceptional absorption capacity and broad-spectrum antimicrobial action. Capable of absorbing up to 7 times its own weight in moisture, it creates a drier, healthier environment whilst neutralising odours and controlling harmful bacteria including Salmonella, E. coli, and Campylobacter. Professional-grade hygiene for serious chicken keepers.

Weight: 2.5kg tub | Coverage: Up to 50 square metres at recommended application rate

Key Benefits

Exceptional Absorption Capacity - Absorbs up to 7 times its own weight in moisture, keeping coops drier and reducing humidity that supports bacterial growth and parasites

Broad-Spectrum Bacterial Control - Effective against Staphylococcus aureus, Campylobacter, Streptococcus uberis, Salmonella, and E. coli, reducing disease risk in your flock

Powerful Odour Neutralisation - Eliminates ammonia and organic odours at the source rather than masking them, creating a fresher environment for birds and keepers

Kills Insect Eggs - Disrupts fly breeding cycles by eliminating eggs in droppings and damp areas, reducing fly populations naturally

Improved Air Quality - By controlling moisture, bacteria, and odours, creates healthier air that supports respiratory health and reduces stress

How to Use

Apply to all areas of the coop, runs, and any surfaces with droppings buildup.

Application Rate: 50g per square metre (approximately one handful for every square metre of floor space).

Application Method:

  1. Remove Birds Temporarily: Birds should be removed during application but can return within a few minutes once powder has settled.
  2. Apply to Problem Areas: Sprinkle evenly over floor surfaces, roosting areas, high-traffic zones, areas with droppings buildup, damp spots, and around feeders and waterers.
  3. Work Into Surface: For best results, work powder into bedding or scratch surface lightly to ensure good contact with moisture and organic matter.
  4. Reapplication Schedule:
    • High-traffic areas: Weekly application
    • General floor areas: Every 2-3 weeks
    • Problem spots: As needed when moisture or odour develops

Usage Tips:

  • Apply after cleaning for maximum effectiveness
  • Increase frequency during wet weather when moisture levels rise
  • Focus on areas where droppings accumulate heavily
  • Use as bedding additive by mixing into fresh bedding material

Coverage: One 2.5kg tub treats up to 50 square metres at the recommended 50g per square metre rate.

Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place with lid sealed. Must remain dry to maintain effectiveness.

What Makes It Special?

Ground Sanitising Powder represents a comprehensive approach to coop hygiene that goes far beyond basic bedding management. The challenge in poultry keeping isn't just visible dirt - it's the moisture, bacteria, ammonia, and insect breeding cycles that create genuine health risks for your flock.

The exceptional absorption capacity (7 times its own weight) is crucial because moisture is the enemy of coop hygiene. Damp bedding becomes a breeding ground for harmful bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli, creates ammonia fumes that damage respiratory systems, and provides ideal conditions for parasites and flies. By rapidly absorbing moisture from droppings and environmental humidity, this powder interrupts these disease cycles before they can establish.

What sets this product apart is the antimicrobial action combined with physical benefits. The proprietary blend of natural minerals and antimicrobial agents doesn't just dry surfaces - it actively controls bacterial populations. Laboratory testing confirms effectiveness against the specific poultry pathogens that cause the most serious health problems: Salmonella (causes disease in birds and humans), E. coli (respiratory and systemic infections), Campylobacter (digestive issues), and Staphylococcus (bumblefoot and infections).

The fly control benefit is particularly valuable during warm months. Flies lay eggs in moist organic matter, and their larvae (maggots) develop in droppings. By killing insect eggs and eliminating the moist conditions flies need, this powder breaks the breeding cycle naturally without chemical insecticides. Fewer flies means reduced disease transmission, less stress for birds, and a more pleasant environment for everyone.

Perfect for: Comprehensive coop hygiene, odour control in enclosed coops, moisture management in damp conditions, bacterial control for disease prevention, fly population reduction, improving air quality, high-density housing situations
Ingredients

Active Components

Proprietary Blend of Natural Minerals and Antimicrobial Agents

The exact formulation is proprietary, but the product combines:

  • Natural mineral absorbents with exceptional moisture-wicking capacity
  • Antimicrobial compounds effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria
  • pH-modifying minerals that create unfavourable conditions for bacterial growth
  • Natural compounds that disrupt insect egg development

Proven Bacterial Control

Laboratory testing confirms effectiveness against poultry-specific pathogens:

Salmonella Species
Causes salmonellosis in poultry and can transmit to humans through eggs or contact. One of the most economically important poultry diseases. Ground Sanitising Powder significantly reduces Salmonella populations in treated areas.

Escherichia coli (E. coli)
Causes colibacillosis, leading to respiratory infections, septicaemia, and sudden death in chickens. Common in environments with poor hygiene. Effective bacterial control reduces E. coli loads.

Campylobacter
Leading cause of bacterial gastroenteritis. Can colonise chicken digestive systems without causing illness in birds but poses human health risks. Controlling environmental contamination reduces transmission risk.

Staphylococcus aureus
Causes bumblefoot (plantar pododermatitis), arthritis, and systemic infections in poultry. Enters through cuts and abrasions. Reducing bacterial loads in the environment decreases infection risk.

Streptococcus uberis
Can cause infections in poultry, particularly in damp, unhygienic conditions. Environmental control helps prevent colonisation.

Health & Welfare Benefits

Disease Prevention
By controlling bacterial populations and reducing moisture that supports pathogen growth, regular use helps prevent disease outbreaks that can devastate flocks.

Improved Respiratory Health
Reducing ammonia levels (produced when bacteria break down uric acid in droppings) protects delicate respiratory systems. Ammonia damages airways, making birds susceptible to respiratory infections.

Reduced Stress
A clean, dry, odour-free environment reduces stress hormones. Stressed birds have suppressed immune systems and reduced productivity.

Better Foot Health
Dry, clean surfaces reduce bumblefoot infections caused by bacteria entering through small cuts on foot pads. Particularly important for heavy breeds.

Enhanced Productivity
Healthier birds lay more consistently, maintain better body condition, and show improved feed conversion when housed in hygienic conditions.

Pleasant Environment
For chicken keepers, odour control and reduced fly populations make coop maintenance more enjoyable and time spent with your flock more pleasant.

Application Guidelines

New Coop Setup:
Apply 50g per square metre to clean, dry surfaces before adding bedding. This creates a hygienic foundation.

Routine Maintenance:
Reapply every 2-3 weeks to general areas, weekly to high-traffic zones. Increase frequency during wet weather.

Problem Areas:
For areas with persistent odour or dampness, apply more frequently (2-3 times weekly) until conditions improve.

After Illness:
Following disease outbreaks, apply generously as part of comprehensive biosecurity measures after thorough cleaning and disinfection.

Seasonal Considerations:
Increase application frequency during:

  • Wet weather when moisture accumulates
  • Hot weather when fly populations peak
  • Housing periods when birds spend more time indoors
FAQ's

How much powder do I need for my coop?

Measure your coop floor area in square metres. Apply 50g per square metre. For example, a 10 square metre coop requires 500g per application. One 2.5kg tub provides 5 applications for a 10 square metre coop, or 50 applications for a 1 square metre area.

How long do birds need to stay out after application?

Only a few minutes - just until the powder settles. This isn't a toxic chemical requiring lengthy exposure times. Simply remove birds during application to avoid them inhaling airborne dust, then they can return once dust has settled.

Will this harm my chickens if they eat it?

The product is made from natural minerals and is not intended for consumption, but incidental pecking won't harm birds. However, it's not a feed supplement - apply to surfaces, not to feed.

Can I mix this with bedding?

Yes! Mixing into fresh bedding distributes the sanitising and absorbent benefits throughout the bedding layer. Use approximately 50g per square metre of bedding area and mix thoroughly.

How does it compare to hydrated lime?

Both provide alkaline environments that inhibit bacteria, but Ground Sanitising Powder offers superior moisture absorption (7x its weight vs lime's more modest capacity) and includes antimicrobial agents for enhanced bacterial control. It's also less caustic and dusty than lime.

Will this eliminate ammonia smell?

Yes, through multiple mechanisms. The high absorption capacity removes moisture needed for ammonia production, the pH-modifying minerals neutralise ammonia, and bacterial control reduces the microorganisms that convert uric acid to ammonia.

Does it work on concrete, dirt, or just bedding?

Works on all surfaces - concrete, dirt, wood, bedding materials. Apply to any surface where droppings accumulate or moisture collects. Particularly effective on concrete where moisture can pool.

How often should I replace bedding when using this?

The powder extends bedding life by keeping it drier and more hygienic. However, still remove heavily soiled bedding regularly. The powder enhances bedding performance but doesn't eliminate the need for proper coop maintenance.

Will this kill red mites?

The primary function is sanitisation and moisture control, not direct parasite elimination. However, by creating drier conditions and disrupting insect egg development, it makes the environment less hospitable to mites. Combine with dedicated red mite treatments for infestations.

Can I use this in nest boxes?

Yes, though use sparingly in nest boxes as excessive powder may coat eggs. Focus heavier applications on floor areas, roosting zones, and high-traffic areas where droppings accumulate.

Is it safe around other animals?

Yes, it's made from natural minerals. However, it's formulated specifically for poultry housing. Keep away from fish ponds and aquatic environments.

Will it work in wet weather?

Yes, but may require more frequent application as moisture levels increase. The exceptional absorption capacity (7x its weight) makes it particularly valuable during wet periods when moisture management is challenging.

How do I know it's working?

You'll notice: reduced odours within days, drier bedding and surfaces, fewer flies as breeding cycles are disrupted, less ammonia smell, and generally fresher air in the coop.

Can I use this with diatomaceous earth?

Yes, they serve complementary purposes. Diatomaceous earth targets parasites mechanically, whilst Ground Sanitising Powder focuses on moisture and bacterial control. Many chicken keepers use both as part of comprehensive coop hygiene.
Shipping

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Returns

If you're not completely satisfied, you can return unused items within 14 days for a full refund. Please refer to our Returns Policy for more information.

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