Y-Tex Agressor Cattle Ear Tags for 16 Weeks Buffalo Fly Control

Description

Y-Tex Agressor Insecticidal Cattle Ear Tags

Y-Tex Agressor Insecticidal Cattle Ear Tags provide powerful control of Buffalo Fly for up to 16 weeks, using a synergised formulation of Abamectin (avermectins B1a and B1b) and Piperonyl Butoxide (PBO). This combination offers excellent activity against strains of Buffalo Fly resistant to organophosphates and synthetic pyrethroids, helping reduce the impact of insecticide resistance on your herd.

Why choose Y-Tex Agressor Ear Tags?

These ear tags are the first in the world to contain a macrocyclic lactone (ML) in combination with PBO, delivering rapid knockdown and sustained protection. They are designed for extended release of active ingredients, are rainfast, and have no objectionable odour, making them practical for Australian cattle conditions.

Key Benefits

• Controls Buffalo Fly for up to 16 weeks
• Rapid action, often eliminating flies within one day
• Effective against OP and SP-resistant Buffalo Fly strains
• Nil meat withholding period for beef cattle
• Patented Snap-Lok collar for retention up to five months
• Rainfast and field-proven in high rainfall conditions
• Helps reduce mustering frequency and associated costs

Active Ingredients

• Abamectin: 80 g/kg
• Piperonyl Butoxide (PBO): 180 g/kg

Indications & Directions

• Apply only when Buffalo Fly numbers exceed acceptable levels
• Use two tags per animal (one in each ear)
• Remove tags after 12 weeks to avoid resistance development
• Treat the whole herd concurrently
• Remove tags before slaughter

Additional Details

• Tag weight: 9 g
• Metallic gold colour
• Pack sizes: 20, 100, and 1300 tags (in sachets of 20)
• Includes male buttons for attachment

Available now from N&W Livestock, your trusted source for effective cattle fly control solutions that help protect animal health and productivity.