Arnold, I am sorry, Arnold, having used a french word. It means grains without their protective 'skin'. (the english word escapes me) This allows the poison to penetrate the interior and makes it more effective in eliminating rodents. le 14/12/05 13:24, arnold trachtenberg à arnold@nj.rr.com a écrit : what is decorticated aots. Lauw de Jager Bulb'Argence Mas d'Argence 30300 Fourques France tel 31(0)466 016 519 fax 0466 011 245 http://www.bulbargence.com/