Abstract

A trial of termal fogging using malathion 5% EC against fleas was conducted two cycles with an internal of two weeks application, in the rodent borne disease enzootic areas, in Boyolali, Central Java. The objective of the trial is to determine the efficacy of malathion 5% EC applied by thermal fogging compared to dusting method by Fanara, et. al (1979). Result of the trial showed that the crude index flea was reduced 67.4%-83.6% for 14 days, compared to 65%-94% reduction for 120 days by dusting application.