It’s easy to understand why we loathe such a lowly insect. The fly is a harbinger of death because of the many diseases it brings. It brought plagues that wiped out entire populations during the Middle Ages, and even now this insect continues to terrorize us by spreading cholera, typhus, salmonella, the eggs of tapeworms and roundworms, and other diseases, especially in areas where sanitation is poor.
"The harmless-appearing fly buzzing around your immaculate kitchen is carrying two million bacteria, and it’s not even loaded. Flies that abound in less sanitary environments are not only happier but they carry nearly twice as many bacteria," according to entomologist Hy Freedman.
To get rid of filthy, disease-carrying flies, Bayer Environmental Science, the maker of Quick Bayt, an effective fly control granule, recommends good sanitation practices such as regular cleaning of surroundings, garbage collection, covering of garbage cans, etc.
Without organic wastes to breed in, fly population can drastically be reduced. One kilogram of organic waste can give rise to up to 10,000 flies.
Quick Bayt is a brightly colored, sugar-based insecticide with two attractants that are irresistible to flies. Its active ingredient — Imidacloprid — quickly knocks down flies. It also contains Bitrex, a bittering agent to prevent accidental human ingestion.
Quick Bayt can be used in two easy ways. The granules can be scattered in dry surfaces like pathways or in open stations and trays.
Alternatively, it can be mixed with water and painted in small spots such as walls, window ledges and other areas where flies abound. Care must be taken not to paint on walls or areas where staining is not tolerable. Re-apply when the bait has been totally consumed.
This innovative product is ideal for public markets, slaughterhouses, restaurants, animal farms, food processing areas and other fly-prone areas.
Quick Bayt is available at the following Bayer Environmental Science authorized dealers:
Metro Manila – Agrimex Sales Crop. (248-1413), Alog & Co. (882-4513), JB Guevarra & Sons (913-5365), Ordex Marketing (838-1362), Precept Commercial Corp. (807-3858), Pycor Inc. (712-1802);
Luzon – Baliwag Marketing Co. Inc., Bulacan (044-766-6125); HM Trading, Angeles City (045-322-3445); Jacinto Environmental and Hygienical Supply, Nueva Ecija (044-311-3498);
Visayas – Centerphil Distributors, Bacolod City (034-434-6978); Colonie Enterprises, Mandaue City (032-346-8411); Four-A-Agro, Mandaue City (032-421-5901);
Mindanao – Cagayan Diversified Trading, Cagayan de Oro City (0882-727-060); Markwide Specialist, Zamboanga City (062-991-0197).