How to prevent phorid flies from breeding in garbage bins?

How to prevent phorid flies from breeding in garbage bins?

Garbage bins are an important breeding site for phorid flies. Proper bin management effectively prevents them.

Choose the right bin

• Use bins with tight-fitting lids.
• Do not use open bins.
• Lids prevent phorid flies from flying in to lay eggs.
• They also prevent odors from attracting phorid flies.

Dispose promptly

• Replace garbage bags promptly; do not wait until they are full.
• Take kitchen waste outside daily.
• Do not let liquids accumulate at the bottom of the bin.
• Drain liquids from waste before discarding.

Clean regularly

• Wash the bin once a week.
• Scrub the inside with hot water and dish soap.
• Dry thoroughly before putting in a new bag.
• Scrub away all residue from the bottom and walls.

Chemical protection

• After washing, spray dinotefuran-containing household insecticide on the bottom and rim of the bin.
• Wait for it to dry before putting in a new bag.
• The insecticide forms a protective film inside the bin.
• Larvae that crawl over it die.