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1. ORGANIC FLY BAITS AND TRAPS Fly baits attract the mature fly via odor. The fly either drowns in the trap or eats the bait. Look for EPA approved and Organic products.
2. FLY PREDATORS A biological fly control system using tiny insects that prey on the flies in their larval state, aims to stop the cycle of fly infestation before it begins. Simply releasing the tiny insects into manure piles and other areas in which flies commonly lay their eggs can reduce the number of flies by as much as 80%. The tiny nocturnal insects do not bother humans or animals and do not bite or sting; when used as directed, they can dramatically reduce the fly population.
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Fly Predators should be dispersed in the fields, over the composting manure and near standing water. Avoid spreading in the stalls.
3. LEG PROTECTION Mesh leg wraps protect the horse’s legs without overheating sensitive soft tissue. Use wraps that are durable and will not loosen or slip down the horse’s legs, risking more serious injury as they stomp their feet or travel. Remove wraps at night when flies are dormant.
4. CLEAN FEED TUBS DAILY That yummy feed that attracts your horse also attracts flies. If feed tubs are attached to a wall, scrub out as conscientiously as your dinner plate. Preferably use only plastic or rubber tubs that can be removed from a stall after each feeding and cleaned.
5. CLEAN WATER BUCKETS DAILY Flies love to hang out “poolside” and will (ugh!) relieve themselves around the rim of your horse buckets. Scrub buckets daily to remove fly feces. If you have automatic waterers, remove old water and swish away fly residue.
6. SCREEN-IN SHADY STALLS AND RUN-IN SHEDS Closing doors facing South and East reduces sun intensity but increases fly congregation. Use mesh/screened products that allow air circulation but keep flies out.
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