Agita

Agita 10 WG from Elanco is an innovative insecticide for darkling beetle and house fly control. This dual mode insecticide features a combination of contact and stomach modes of action to ensure a lethal dose of the active ingredient is consumed. The dual attractants in Agita 10 WG draw in both male and female house flies, providing a significant knockdown.

Agita 10 WG is a dust-free, water-soluble granular formulation that should be used around the outside perimeter of animal housing. It should be utilized as a spot-spray application using a standard liquid spray applicator. Only apply in areas not accessible to children, pets, domestic animals or wildlife. Do not apply where animals can lick the product. Do not apply directly to livestock feed.

Features:

• Residual has shown to be effective from 4 to 8 weeks, with an average residual of 6 weeks
• Reduces housefly populations in and around the outside perimeter of animal housing
• With fly sex attractant, Z-9-Tricosene
• Attracts and kills house flies (Musca domestica)
• For control of Litter Beetles (Darkling Beetles)
• Thiamethoxam spot spray fly bait
• Water dispersible granule insecticide for control of houseflies and litter beetles

Beetle Impacts:

• Well-being; excessive litter beetles move under birds, causing them to sit and stand constantly
• Carcass quality; larvae bite birds, leaving scabs and sores
• Feed conversion; increased weight shown with good beetle control
• Disease vectors; host numerous pathogens
• Structural degradation; vapor barriers, sill sealers, spray foam and insulation are damaged

Fly Impacts:

• Distress; agitate animals
• Increase treatment costs; due to transmission of disease
• Disease vectors; can harbor more than 100 different pathogen species

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

It is a violation of federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. FAILURE TO FOLLOW DIRECTIONS FOR USE AND PRECAUTIONS ON THIS LABEL MAY RESULT IN INJURY, INADEQUATE FLY CONTROL, AND/OR ILLEGAL RESIDUES.

Use Information

AGITA 10 WG is a water dispersible insecticidal bait formulation for the reduction of housefly (Musca domestica) populations in and around the outside perimeter animal housing. The combination of a neonicontinoid insecticide, with both contact and stomach modes of action, with a housefly attractant provides an effective flay bait formula which encourages both male and female houseflies to remain in treated areas and consume a contact lethal dose of the bait.

In addition, AGITA 10 WG has been shown to be highly effective in controlling Litter beetle (Alphitobius diaperinus) infestations in broiler houses.

Use AGITA 10 WG as part of an integrated pest management program for houseflies. AGITA 10 WG is a formulation suitable for application as a spot spray insecticidal bait. Use any AGITA 10 WG suspension on the day of mixing, preferably immediately after preparation. Do not treat dirty, highly porous or newly whitewashed walls to prevent loss of long term efficacy. Do not treat dirty, highly porous or newly whitewashed walls to prevent loss of long term efficacy. Do not apply on metal and glass surfaces to avoid run-off. New litter and fresh bedding must be put into poultry houses prior to restocking.

Areas of Use:

Apply ONLY in locations not accessible to children, pets, domestic animals or wildlife. Protect from direct sunlight, water and rainfall. Do not apply bait where animals can lick the product. Do not apply directly to livestock or livestock feed as illegal residues may result.

Restriction: For Commercial Animal housing facilities only.

Insecticide Resistance Management

For resistance management, thiamethoxam is a Group 4A insecticide. Any housefly population may contain individuals naturally resistant to thiamethoxam and Group 4A insecticides. To delay insecticide resistance, avoid exclusive, repeated use of AGITA 10 WG or other Group 4A insecticides. Keep accurate records of insecticides used in your operation. Keep the housefly population as low as possible by manure management.

"Spot Spray" Application:

As indicated int he Table below, thoroughly mix the appropriate quantity of AGITA 10 WG in the corresponding volume of lukewarm water to obtain a mixture with the consistency of a spray-able suspension. Apply the spray, using a standard liquid spray applicator, to approximately one-third(1/3) of the total intended surface area to be treated. Surfaces on which flies are particularly likely to settle should be sprayed. Such areas may include window sills, door frames, warm wall areas and areas near animal pens, provided the applied product is kept out of reach of animals. Stir occasionally during application. Te-agitate before use if spraying is interrupted for longer than 30 minutes. Do not allow product to contact plants in bloom if bees are foraging in the treatment area. Do not use on walkways used by animals. See mixing surface area examples in the Table below.

Directions for Litter Beetle Control in Broiler Houses ("Spot Spray" Method)

AGITA 10 WG is highly effective in controlling Litter Beetle (Alphitobius diaperinus) infestations in broiler houses. Under each feeder apply 2 fl oz of the mixed spray suspension (i.e., 2 oz of AGITA 10 WG mixed in 32 fl oz of lukewarm water ( per square foot of 1.5-inch thick bedding material Treatments to bedding must be made using a low pressure applicator.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL

Do not discharge leftover product into ponds, streams or sewage systems.

DO not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal.

Pesticide Storage: Store in original, tightly closed container and away from children, preferably in a locked storage area. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Pesticide Disposal: Wastes resulting from the use of this product must be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility.

Container Handling: Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Offer for recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or, if allowed by state and local authorities, by burning, If burned, stay out of smoke.

CAUTION: Harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Wear long-sleeved shirt, long pants, socks, shoes, chemical-resistant gloves, and protective eye wear. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Environmental Hazards

This product is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment or residues on blooming plants or weeds. Do not apply this product or allow it to drift to blooming plants or weeds if bees are foraging in the treatment area. This pesticide is toxic to birds and other wildlife and is highly toxic to aquatic invertebrates. Do not apply directly to water or to areas where surface water is present or to inter-tidal areas below the mean high water mark. Runoff from treated areas may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in neighboring areas. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash water.

The Directions for Use of this product must be followed carefully. It is impossible to eliminate all risks inherently associated with the use of this product. Injury, ineffectiveness or other unintended consequences any result because of such factors a manner of use or application, weather conditions, presence of other materials or other influencing factors in the use of the product, which are beyond the control of Elanco US Inc. (EUS) or Seller. All such risks shall be assumed by Buyer and User, and Buyer and User agree to hold EUS and Seller harmless for any claims relating to such factors.