Neem oil is a broad-spectrum botanical insecticide from the seeds of the neem tree (Azadirachta indica).  Amazingly, the neem tree produces a compound called azadirachtin, which protects it from damaging insects. Seeds of the neem tree contain the highest concentration of azadirachtin.  

Neem seed oil (NSO) is composed of a complex mixture of biologically active compounds. Nature’s Farmacy Neem oil is removed from the seeds because only pure neem oil has this insecticide capability.  Neem oil has been used for hundreds of years in controlling plant pests and diseases. Many researchers have shown that the spray solution of neem oil helps to control common pests like ticks, fleas, and flies.  

For pets, neem oil can be added to pet shampoo to kill ticks and fleas or the area where the pets usually use can be treated with neem oil spray.  Recommended ratio for making spray solution: mix 1 teaspoon pure Nature’s Farmacy Neem oil in a quart of warm water and 1/4 tsp. pet shampoo or dish liquid (As a surfactant). Shake it well to mix properly. Quantity of neem oil can be increased proportionately for making spray in larger quantities.  A light mist is all that required to treat your animal.

Neem oil can be purchased here

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