Elanco Agita 10 WG insecticide for house flies & darkling beetles — 2.2 lb jar, spray granules, 6-week residual

Agita 10 WG is a dispersible-granule insecticide from Elanco that targets house flies and darkling beetles in and around animal housing using thiamethoxam plus (Z)-9-tricosene attractant.

Designed for livestock and poultry environments, Agita 10 WG combines a second-generation neonicotinoid active ingredient (thiamethoxam) with a proven house fly attractant to deliver both contact and stomach action. The water-dispersible granules are mixed with lukewarm water and applied as a spray to animal housing and associated premises. One 2.2-lb jar treats approximately 2,250 sq. ft. and provides an average residual of about six weeks, making it practical for routine pest suppression on farms.

How does Agita 10 WG work in animal housing?

Agita 10 WG uses two complementary components: a sugar-based attractant containing (Z)-9-tricosene that lures male and female house flies, and thiamethoxam to deliver a lethal dose on contact or ingestion. Because it acts both by contact and stomach action, flies are drawn to treated areas and later die, reducing local populations. The formulation is suited for spot and perimeter treatments where flies congregate.

• Active ingredient: thiamethoxam (neonicotinoid) for contact and ingestion control.
• Attractant: (Z)-9-tricosene and sugar components target both sexes.
• Application: mix granules with lukewarm water and spray in targeted zones.
• Coverage: one 2.2-lb jar treats ~2,250 sq. ft.; residual averages six weeks.

Where should I apply this insecticide on my farm?

Apply Agita 10 WG in and around barns, poultry houses, swine facilities, and other animal housing areas where flies and darkling beetles congregate. For house flies, focus on walls, ceilings, window frames, feeding areas, and shaded spots; for darkling beetles, target under feeders, around bedding, and along structural cracks. Avoid spraying in locations accessible to children, pets, or food-handling surfaces.

• House fly spots: walls, manure belts, shaded rafters, and light fixtures.
• Beetle spots: beneath poultry feeders, bedding edges, and floor cracks.
• Safety: apply where children and pets cannot access treated surfaces.
• Mixing: follow label directions for dispersing granules in lukewarm water.

Can Agita 10 WG help manage insecticide resistance?

Agita 10 WG contains a second-generation neonicotinoid, offering a different mode-of-action class than many older insecticides. Using it in rotation with other chemical classes can help reduce selection pressure and slow development of resistance in local fly populations. Always follow an integrated pest management approach—combine sanitation, physical controls, and chemical rotations for best long-term results.

• Mode of action: neonicotinoid class (thiamethoxam) for rotation strategies.
• Best practice: rotate with different insecticide classes periodically.
• Integrated control: combine sanitation, trapping, and targeted sprays.
• Label guidance: adhere to application intervals and safety directions.

Who is this for: Agita 10 WG is formulated for farmers, livestock managers, and poultry producers who need a targeted fly and darkling beetle treatment for animal housing and nearby structures. It suits operations raising beef and dairy cattle, poultry, swine, goats, and sheep where spot treatments, perimeter sprays, and under-feeder applications help suppress pests between cleanouts. For safe, effective use, read and follow the product label and apply only in approved areas inaccessible to children and pets.