Biological Control Best Practices for Farms Something shifts on horse and livestock properties in mid-late spring. The flies that were an occasional nuisance have become a persistent presence. And if you’re watching your horses stomp their front legs, bunch in corners, or stand in any available water or shade — you’re seeing the signature of […]
Learn how to reduce flies on your farm this spring with practical cultural control steps, manure management advice, and biological fly control guidance from the entomologist-led team at Spalding Labs.
July through September marks peak season for one of the most painful pests in the barnyard — biting stable flies. Unlike house flies that land and crawl, stable flies pierce the skin and feed on blood. They target legs, ankles, and flanks, and they don’t stop until they’ve had their meal. For horses, that means stomping, tail swishing, distraction during […]
Fewer Flies, Fresher Air & Happier Horses Summer with horses means longer rides, sun-soaked turnouts… and the return of the buzzing, biting, sweat-soaked realities of hot weather care. From clouds of flies to the swampy smell of stalls, this season can be tough on horses—and the humans who love them. The good news? With the […]
Beat the heat. Banish the flies. Stay comfortable all summer long. Summer means more time in the saddle, longer days at the barn, and—let’s be honest—a whole lot more sweat (for both you and your horse). Whether you’re mucking stalls, hauling hay, or hitting the trail, staying cool and comfortable is essential. The same goes […]
We’ve put together a simple five-step fly control plan to help you identify the flies on your property and implement the most effective solutions.