Fly attractant ACTO powder: the natural solution for a pest-free outdoor environment

Summer often rhymes with the return of flying insects that spoil outdoor meals. The ACTO attractant has been specifically developed to transform your garden or terrace into a protected area. Presented in the form of a wettable powder (WP), this product relies on a simple but formidable biological process to attract house flies, wasps and European hornets. By using a yeast-based formulation, this product offers an effective alternative for sanitizing living areas such as swimming pools or balconies, without releasing chemical substances into the atmosphere.

A fermentation process for maximum efficiency

The secret of this product lies in its composition based on Saccharomyces cerevisiae, better known as yeast. Once diluted in water, the powder begins a natural cycle of rehydration and fermentation. This process takes about three days at room temperature to reach its full olfactory potential. It is at this stage that the attractant becomes irresistible to the target organisms: the flies enter the trap, attracted by the fermentation fumes, and drown in the solution. This method ensures a massive and continuous capture of adult insects throughout the period of high activity.

Recommended application tips and dosages

To obtain convincing results, the attractant must be used with suitable traps, such as the pocket model or the ACTO tank trap ( MOUCH11 ). Preparation is quick and does not require any complex equipment. Simply dilute 25 grams of powder in 300 ml of water per capture device. A 75-gram case allows you to reload a standard trap three times or to equip several capture points simultaneously around the house. To maintain consistent effectiveness, it is imperative to renew the solution every two weeks, as the mixture eventually saturates or evaporates.

Optimization of trapping in the field

The location of the trap plays a crucial role in the volume of catches. The device can be placed on a table, set back from the seating areas, or suspended by a rope to intercept insects in mid-flight. If you find that the number of catches is low after the first three days of fermentation, feel free to change the location. Sunny areas generally promote the fermentation process, while shaded areas may be preferable to limit too rapid evaporation of water. Once the trap is saturated, simply empty it (checking that the insects are dead) and wash it with clean water before preparing a new dose.

Safety, storage and precautions for use

As with any biocidal product, careful handling is required. The attractant must remain out of the reach of children and pets. In case of contact with the skin or eyes, a thorough rinse with water is usually sufficient, but it is advisable to consult a doctor if symptoms persist. Storage must be done at room temperature, away from direct light, to preserve the fermentation capacities of the yeast in the long term. The product has excellent stability with a shelf life of up to 3 years before opening.

Sustainable outdoor pest management

Choosing the ACTO attractant means opting for a targeted and reasoned fight. The 75 g sachet offers up to a full month of peace of mind if used wisely. This method of treatment by physical trapping is particularly recommended to protect sensitive areas where the spraying of conventional insecticides is prohibited or unwanted. Once the bag is finished, it must be disposed of in a waste disposal centre to comply with environmental standards. By combining this product with rigorous outdoor hygiene, you can permanently reduce the pressure of flying insects around your home.

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