Hiya, and welcome to BYC! 
Most folks I know use Permethrin powder. That diatomaceous earth is pretty useless once there's an outbreak, as it would take weeks to kill them. I use it as a prevention, but would get Permethrin powder if they ever had a breakout. I've heard people take an old sock, fill it with that powder, and pat their chickens down with it, especially their butt and under their wings. Repeat in 7-10 days.
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Most folks I know use Permethrin powder. That diatomaceous earth is pretty useless once there's an outbreak, as it would take weeks to kill them. I use it as a prevention, but would get Permethrin powder if they ever had a breakout. I've heard people take an old sock, fill it with that powder, and pat their chickens down with it, especially their butt and under their wings. Repeat in 7-10 days.
We're glad you're here!
to have you here with us. Enjoy your time here at BYC!
