Treating an area against ticks: TOP 10 means for treating a dacha

How can you tell if there are ticks on your property?

Before starting the treatment process, you must check the area for ticks. This needs to be done twice - before and after processing. The first time to detect ticks, the second, on the contrary, to make sure that they are absent. The simplest and most effective way is to use a white “flag”.

However, before entering the area, it is necessary to protect the body from possible bites. There are a number of measures that can protect you from negative impacts:

• vaccination course against tick-borne encephalitis;
• treating clothing with an aerosol or anti-tick spray (applying it to the body does not make sense, since the substances are interrupted by sweat);
• hermetically seal all exposed parts of the body;
• gather your hair into a bun and tuck your pants into your shoes;
• choose a light color of clothing so as not to miss a tick when inspecting it.

The white “flag” is made from white fleecy fabric using waffle or flannel fabric, which must be treated with human or animal sweat to attract ticks. The design of the “flag” itself is similar and reminiscent of a real flag and is made as follows: fabric is tied to the end and middle of a long stick so that the design looks like a flag.

The verification process involves passing the area several times and applying a “flag” so that it confidently touches the plant surface. You need to walk slowly, avoiding twisting. Every 50 steps it is necessary to check the “flag” for the presence of ticks or plant debris. At the end of the diagnosis, the approximate number of ticks in the entire area of ​​the site will become clear. To avoid getting bitten by a tick, it is important to carefully inspect your clothing before removing it.

Sipaz is super

The mosquito and tick repellent treatment is based on cypermethrin. The main task of the drug is to destroy ticks and mosquitoes. Destroys pests at all stages of the life cycle. Sold in liquid form, you will have to pay about 2,000 rubles for 1 liter. Tsifoks, Cypermethrin and Samarovka insecticide have a similar effect. Concentrated emulsion of Tsifoks with a volume of 500 ml costs from 950 rubles. Samarovka insecticide will cost 6,500 rubles for 5 liters of product.

Review

We live next to a pond, so every summer we suffer from mosquito bites, especially children. We decided to try to process the area and bought Tsifoks. The product turned out to be very effective and after the first treatment it gave an excellent result. They were saved from bloodsuckers for the whole year.

Viktor Sergeevich, Krasnodar

When to treat and how often to repeat?

The recommended period for carrying out anti-tick treatment of a summer cottage begins in April and ends in early July. This is the time when ticks are most active, which both poses a danger to humans and makes them easy to kill. Direct processing should be carried out in calm weather and with a favorable forecast that does not imply precipitation for several days in advance.

The procedure must be repeated twice a year: during the recommended period and at the end of summer, because this will help reduce the number of ticks in the area when the next spring arrives. Accordingly, treatment must be carried out annually.

What is needed for treatment besides insecticides

The garden sprayer is a key figure in the whole process. Choose high-quality devices with the smallest possible droplet size when spraying. The smaller they are, the more evenly the product covers the entire area and the higher the treatment result. All elements of the generator must be sealed, liquid should not leak at the joints or drip from the spray nozzle.

Also for processing you will need:

• Protective overalls
• Rubber boots
• Latex gloves
• Safety glasses/mask
• Respirator

All this is necessary for safety, so that the insecticide does not get on the skin, eyes, mouth, respiratory tract and does not poison you.

Helpful advice

Determine in advance a safe place where you will store the products and equipment you use to chemically treat the area.

What to process?

Regular processing procedures imply the use of a reliable product.

Cifox

The product is used by many disinfection services because it is very toxic and versatile. Thanks to it, your garden plot can be protected not only from ticks, but also from other parasites. The main advantages include:

• fast-acting effect;
• duration of action;
• versatility.

The product is also allowed for use at home, but with extreme caution.

Ram

The peculiarity of the composition of “Taran” does not allow it to immediately begin to act against ticks, however, this is compensated for by its long aftereffect for up to 2 months. The product is not safe to use, which requires additional protection. The main substance is Zeta-cypermethrin.

Acarocide

A universal insect repellent that can eradicate from the garden plot:

• ants;
• bedbugs;
• ticks;
• insect larvae.

The main chemicals in the composition are fenthion and cypermethrin, in 40% and 10% proportions, respectively. Areas of use of the drug for disinfection: closed reservoirs (prohibited in open ones), basements, children's and residential premises, catering facilities.

Medilis Cyper

A highly toxic substance with a specific odor and yellow color. The main active ingredient is cypermethrin in a ratio of 25%. The duration of the drug is about 2 months, and the treatment should be carried out 3 days before moving into the site. The manufacturer recommends, in the absence of knowledge of the type of ticks located in the local area, to treat according to the concentration as against ticks of the genus Dermacentor.

Bytex

It is an insecticidal preparation that is also used in the treatment of medical premises. Suitable for combating ixodid ticks, and the active ingredient is fenthion in a ratio of 40%. The effect lasts for 1 month. In case of unsuccessful treatment or weak effect, re-treatment of the area is permissible.

Dobrokhim FOS

The substance specializes in the destruction of flies, fleas, ants, ticks and other insects in communal premises, catering areas and childcare facilities, excluding exposure to bedrooms, dining rooms and playrooms. The active ingredient is 20% fenthion. Water acts as a solvent, which provides a reduced degree of danger for pets (cats or dogs), livestock and children.

Force site 25%

A remedy for combating various parasites, including ticks of the species Ixodes, Dermacentor, Haemophysalis - those that are the causative agents of tick-borne encephalitis. The main active ingredient is fenthion in a ratio of 25%; auxiliary elements are: antioxidant, stabilizers, fragrance and solvent. Also an emulsion concentrate. Duration of action is from one to two months depending on the level of spraying. The drug can cause an irritating effect on the mucous membranes of the eyes and skin, which classifies it as toxicity group 3 according to GOST.

Sipaz Super

The substance is an emulsion concentrate, which gives it the possibility of a broader effect - on adults and their larvae. The active ingredient is cypermethrin in a ratio of 25%. The manufacturer recommends using it as a medical disinsection at various facilities. After use there are no traces, but a slight odor remains that does not irritate the respiratory tract. Duration of action after use is about 2 months.

Samarovka

An insectoacaricidal agent with a wide spectrum of effects. The active ingredient is cypermethrin (25%), and working emulsions contain up to 0.05% cypermethrin. The effect of the drug begins within 20 minutes after application. The residual effect after use outdoors is up to 4 weeks, and indoors up to 4 months. It is strictly forbidden to apply the product to bodies of water that are used for breeding fish or birds.

Acaritox

The drug goes on sale in powder form, which gives a stable emulsion when dissolved in water. The powder does not clog the nozzles, due to its composition, and also does not produce sediment. The main substance is alphacypermethrin in a ratio of 5%. After use, the residual effect lasts up to 2 months. Without going into the soil with water, thereby remaining on the litter, it provides a negative effect on ticks during their sleep.

Ways to combat ticks

Ixodid ticks pose a huge danger to humans, since as a result of a bite one can become infected with various infectious diseases, especially tick-borne encephalitis. In this regard, a person should avoid meeting ticks. To reduce the risk of tick bites, it is necessary to take appropriate measures, such as timely mowing the grass in the areas, not allowing uncontrolled thickets of vegetation in the area, cutting off the branches of bushes, as well as the crowns of young trees to a height of more than 50 cm from the ground. Such events lead to the creation of unfavorable conditions for the development of these bloodsuckers.

Although such actions reduce the risk of tick bites, they cannot completely insure a person from such an encounter. Ticks can appear in the yard due to the presence of pets who like to visit places with tall grass or thickets of bushes, after which they carry the parasites on their fur to a “sterile” area. In addition, do not forget about stray animals, rodents, etc. The situation is aggravated if there is a forest or park next to the site. The fight against these parasites should be carried out comprehensively, destroying both the pests themselves and taking care of pets, ridding them of ticks.

Need to know! To prevent wild animals, stray dogs and other living objects from appearing on a personal plot or summer cottage, it is better to fence the area, and also to constantly fight rodents, which can also infect the area with ticks.

The use of pesticides to combat ticks is considered the most optimal option. Parasites are destroyed on the site in a couple of days, and after that the site is considered protected for another couple of months. The chemical industry produces toxic substances in the form of concentrated emulsions, solutions, powders, and pellets.

Folk remedies for tick control involve the use of various plants, which, with their strong and persistent aroma, can prevent pests from entering the area. Such activities work well in combination with the use of pesticides.

Are these drugs safe for people, pets and crops?

The safety of the drug depends entirely on its composition. Harm has a different ratio for living organisms. This is clearly seen when using drugs that do not have such a negative effect on the crop as they do on humans. However, most manufacturers recommend waiting at least 3 days after treatment before entering the site.

Do not forget about safety during processing, since failure to comply with safety precautions can lead to adverse health consequences. In rare cases, exposure to chemicals can cause death. That is why it is better to trust the processing to professionals who are not only specially trained, but also have chemical protection.

Processing with traditional methods

There are three categories of options:

1. Plantings.
2. Essential oil solutions.
3. Smoke.

It so happens that mosquitoes cannot tolerate the smells of some plants. This is mainly due to the high concentration of phytoncides and essential oils. Special substances with a pungent odor. The highest concentrations of natural repellents are found in the following plants:

• marigolds are beautiful and practical flowers with a specific aroma;
• pennyroyal - because it has a very strong smell. you can choose a different variety;
• lavender;
• wormwood, bitter variety;
• basil is not only an effective, but also a pleasant-tasting plant;
• Tansy - small yellow inflorescences with a sharp, bitter odor.

You can use both the plants themselves, in the form of plantings, and their concentrated decoctions with the addition of cinnamon, cloves and other spices. True, in this case you will have to prepare a lot of broth. And this will require a lot of raw materials. This method is not suitable for mass application over a large area.

As for essential oils, these are concentrates. They have a very strong odor and are unpleasant to mosquitoes. Used in the form of solutions. For every 100 ml of water you need to add 3 to 5 drops. A 10 ml bottle will not last long. Therefore, the method is also not universal. It is worth resorting to if the area is relatively small. The following oils are effective for processing:

• citrus fruits;
• citronella;
• tea tree;
• coniferous trees.

And not only.

Smoke can be used to temporarily repel insects. They especially don't like the scent of alder.

Self-processing or calling a specialist?

Self-treatment of an area against ticks requires the owner to be thoroughly aware of all procedures and comprehensive chemical protection. It is necessary to study the literature, find time for a favorable forecast and calm weather, and also purchase all the equipment. As a result, having decided to process the site yourself, you have to spend not only money, but also time. This option is not beneficial for everyone, especially considering that some time must pass after processing.

Oleg Roshchin

I am a professional exterminator, I have been removing insects from apartments and private houses for 7 years.

Calling a specialist is much easier. The company the owner contacts will have everything necessary and will select favorable weather conditions for processing. The owner of the site only needs to pay and agree on the choice of means that will be used to treat the site. The approximate cost of professional processing is determined by the size of the site and its distance from the city. Basically, companies require 600 rubles from 1 hundred square meters and about 400 rubles from 40 hundred square meters, then, as a rule, the price is negotiable. In this case, the owner spends money but saves time.

Considering all the facts, the most favorable solution for people who have not done processing before is to call specialists. Even if you buy equipment and learn the process, it will not pay for itself. This takes a lot of time, and treating the area more than 2-4 times a year is dangerous both for health and for the area.

Choosing an anti-tick product to treat areas

If repellents applied to clothing and exposed areas of the body repel ticks and other blood-sucking insects, then special anti-tick products for treating areas lead to their death.

Use products/preparations related to:

• By nature of action - acaricides or insectoacaricides.
• According to the method of penetration of the pest into the body - contact type of action.
• According to the mechanism of action , they are substances that disrupt the functions of the nervous system.

The principle of operation of these agents is based on the fact that when they enter the body of ticks through contact, they cause disruption of the functioning of the nervous system and block the transmission of impulses. This results in muscle paralysis and subsequent death of insects.

• By chemical composition . Treatment of the area against ticks is most often carried out with the following preparations:

a) Chemical class “PYRETHROIDS/PYRETHRINS” based on CYPERMETHRIN , PERMETHRIN, LAMBDA-CYHALOTHRIN, ZETA-CYPERMETHRIN, ALPHA-CYPERMETHRIN, etc. Also, these drugs are excellent fumigants.

b) Chemical class “PHOSPHOROGONIC COMPOUNDS (FOS)” based on DIMETHONE , FENTHION , etc. They have been put into circulation since 1965 to replace DDT, hexachlorane and other organochlorine compounds (OCS) . At present, CCPs for treating areas against ticks are completely useless.

When choosing an anti-tick product for treating areas, one is guided not only by its active ingredient, but also by its concentration. The higher the concentration of the active substance, the more effective the drug. It is advisable to use two-component drugs or drugs that contain synergists.

As for the formulation, concentrates are available in the form of a water-soluble powder or emulsion concentrate.

Pest varieties

There are many types of this pest and we will give a description of the most common of them, and also show what a spider mite looks like on an apple tree : photos are given below.

Red fruit mite

Polyphagous, up to 0.4 mm long, so they can only be identified with a magnifying glass. The body of the tick is oval-shaped, reddish in color. Externally, red fruit mite infestation looks like light yellow spots along the veins on the leaves , which then darken and die.

Red fruit mite.

Brown fruit mite

Adult insects are up to 0.6 mm long, the body is flat, brown in color. They suck out the juice from both the buds and the leaves, which is why they acquire a reddish or dirty gray tint, dry out and fall off . Mite larvae molt, leaving silvery marks from their skins on the bark in the moulting areas.

Brown fruit mite.

Gall mite

It lives secretly, inside the tissues of leaves and buds, has an even smaller size of up to 0.25 mm, the body is elongated, white, oval, tapering at the back. form on the surfaces of the leaves - spherical swellings of yellow or dark brown color . Due to damage by gall mites, the leaves turn black, dry out and die.

Gall mite and leaf damaged by it.

Kidney mite

The most dangerous mite that destroys young shoots. A diseased bud cannot grow and either does not sprout or produces diseased ones. The main sign of damage by these insects is large deformed buds .

Kidney mite.

Schlechtendahl tick

A less common pest of apple trees. It is 0.2 mm long and yellow-brown in color. The females of this tick species are very fertile and can lay up to 2 million eggs in their lifetime. Due to the active feeding of insects, photosynthesis processes stop and leaves fall off .

Schlechtendahl tick

Types of mites and which trees are affected (in the garden)

Today there are many different types of spider mites known. All of them affect some plants and crops. Here we will note only the most common varieties of these insect pests.

So, among the most famous spider mites, today we can easily distinguish the following types:

• The common spider mite infects grapes, fruit and stone fruit plants, berries, as well as grains, legumes, and decorative indoor and outdoor crops.
• Red spider mite - damages balsam, lemon, nightshade, roses, orchids.
• The hawthorn mite can be found on Rosaceae: cherry plum, hawthorn, plum, apricot, rowan, apple tree.
• The date spider mite loves melons, eggplants, date palms, and a variety of grains.
• Petrobia polyphagous is capable of infecting over two hundred economically important plants, in particular various cereals, onions, asparagus, strawberries, garlic, cucumbers, spices, clover, and various legumes.
• The Turkestan spider mite settles on Theophrastus abutilon, acacia, cotton, mantle, sunflower, burdock, alfalfa, field bindweed, swan, melon, watermelon, nutmeg pumpkin, datura, cucumber, quince, common hop, and ve white, plum, nightshade, clover, eggplant, grapes, elm and corn.
• The Atlantic spider mite loves cotton, apple and pear trees, clover, alfalfa, and strawberries.
• The red fruit mite can be found on deciduous rosacea trees. In addition, it often attacks grapes, alder, elm, oak, linden and mulberry.
• The red citrus mite is very fond of tangerines, oranges, lemons and other citrus crops.