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Biological Control Best Practices for Farms Table of contents Biological Control Best Practices for Farms Why Late Spring Brings a New Fly Challenge Stable Flies vs. House Flies — Key Differences The...

A Practical Guide to Biological Fly Control Table of contents A Practical Guide to Biological Fly Control Why House Flies Are a Problem Right Now Understanding the House Fly Life Cycle Larval Stage...

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.

Holiday Cheer for You & Your Animals  December is here — the season of twinkling lights, cozy barns, and taking a little extra time to appreciate the animals who make our lives richer every...

Yes—Your Animals Can Join Too  As the leaves fall and the hay bales stack up, it’s that sweet in-between season at the barn: one part “We survived fly season!” and one part “Let’s cozy up for winter.”...

There’s Nothing Scarier Than Unfinished Winter Barn Prep Spooky season is here — but the scariest thing on the farm isn’t ghosts or goblins. It’s heading into cold weather without a plan. October is...

Hurricane season can be devastating for animal caretakers. To help you prepare and recover, we’ve gathered trusted disaster relief and preparedness resources.

Stable Flies (Stomoxys calcitrans): Still a Threat  Although summer is winding down, biting stable flies remain very active through September in much of the U.S.—and into October in warmer regions....

We know many of you in the western U.S. are facing uncertainty due to wildfires. We care deeply about your safety and well-being — and we want to make it easier for you to find the help you need quickly....

Table of contents Why Biting Stable Flies Are Worse Than Regular House Flies When and Where Stable Flies Strike Horses   Cattle and Dairy Operations   Hobby Farms and Small Properties   How...