How to Make the Best Fruit Fly Trap Using Kombucha Tea
Hi, I'm Hannah Crum from Kombucha Kamp, and today we’re going to learn how to make a fruit fly trap using Kombucha Tea and soap. Kombucha tea not only has numerous health benefits but can also be a handy solution for an infestation of fruit flies. Fruit flies, known for their pesky presence, are attracted to ripe and decaying fruits, fermented foods, and beverages. They can also hang around trash cans and garbage disposals. Female fruit flies can lay almost 400 eggs at a time, and these eggs hatch within 24 hours! With this simple, cost-effective, and eco-friendly method, you can keep your kitchen free from fruit fly infestations.
What You Need: A dish that can be made from any material – as you won’t be drinking from it. Kombucha tea – I’ve already fermented some KT Kombucha Tea. A few drops of dish soapHow to Make the Fruit Fly Trap
First, pour the Kombucha Tea into the dish. The disinfectant properties of Kombucha will keep the trap clean and fresh. Then, add just a drop of soap. The soap reduces the surface tension, which causes the bugs to fall in but prevents them from flying out. This method is both effective and eco-friendly.
Why Kombucha Is the Best Choice for a Fruit Fly Trap
Kombucha tea has many properties that make it an excellent choice for a fruit fly trap:
Disinfectant Properties: Kombucha tea contains antioxidants and antimicrobial agents which can help eliminate harmful bacteria and fungi in the trap. Eco-Friendly: Using Kombucha is an environmentally friendly solution as it does not require any commercial chemicals or unnatural substances. It also helps to reduce waste since Kombucha comes from fermenting tea and sugar, which can be reused. Cost-Effective: Almost everyone has access to Kombucha tea, and it is inexpensive to ferment at home.Additional Tips
To enhance the effectiveness of your Kombucha fruit fly trap:
Place the trap near any sources of ripe fruits or vegetables to catch any lingering fruit flies. Change the solution and add fresh Kombucha tea every few days to keep the trap effective and to prevent it from smelling unpleasant. Regularly clean and sanitise the dish to ensure cleanliness and hygiene.Conclusion
With this simple and effective DIY method, you can tackle fruit fly infestations in your kitchen. Using Kombucha tea is a natural, eco-friendly, and cost-effective way to keep your home free from pesky fruit flies. Try making your own fruit fly trap and see the difference it can make!