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A single female housefly can lay 500+ eggs in manure or wet bedding, making sanitation and fly control crucial for livestock operations.
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Why is fly control so important?

Flies are more than just annoying, they can create real problems on the farm, both for your animals and your bottom line. If fly pressure isn’t kept under control, it can lead to some serious issues:

Flies can carry and spread diseases like Salmonellosis, Avian Influenza, and Digital Dermatitis in cattle. That means more sick animals, more vet bills, and lost production.
Constant fly pressure stresses livestock out. When animals are bothered all day, they eat and drink less, which slows growth and hurts performance. Over time, that stress can also weaken their immune system.
Flies don’t just land—they bring bacteria with them. When they contaminate feed and water, it can lead to infections and digestive issues that impact overall herd health.
At the end of the day, flies cost you money—through treatment costs, reduced production, and even potential product losses.
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Prevention

Sanitation & Waste Management

  • Remove manure frequently – Flies breed in moist manure, so cleaning pens, pits, and storage areas is key.
  • Manage feed spills – Rotting feed attracts flies, so keep feed storage and feeding areas clean.
  • Eliminate standing water – Flies and beetles thrive in wet conditions, so fix leaks and improve drainage.
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Monitoring & Identification

Physical & Mechanical Controls

  • Use fly traps & sticky tapes in key areas like entryways and feed storage.
  • Ensure liquid manure does not form a crust as this provides a surface for flies to breed on.
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Treating When Thresholds are Met

Chemical Control (Residual & Non-ResidualInsecticides)

  • Residual sprays (long-lasting) should be applied to walls, ceilings, and manure pits where flies rest. No livestock contact.
  • Non-residual sprays (quick knockdown) can be used for immediate fly control in high-pressure areas. Read label for insecticides that can be used on animal.
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Monitor & Evaluate

Use fly sticky traps to track fly populations.

  • Adjust treatment methods if insect pressure increases.
  • Rotate insecticides to prevent chemical resistance from developing.

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