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 day. While many of us are treating ourselves to hot cocoa or sneaking the last of the holiday cookies, it’s also […]
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 […]
Flies are more than just a nuisance—they’re a shared challenge for anyone who owns animals or lives near livestock. Even if you’re diligent about managing manure and using Fly Predators, flies can still invade your space from neighboring properties. That’s why Spalding Labs created the Good Neighbor Program—a referral initiative that helps you and your […]
Spring is here, and with it comes longer days, warmer weather… and unfortunately, flies. But this April, in honor of Earth Day, we’re celebrating a nature’s solution to fly control that helps reduce pesticide use while keeping your animals comfortable: Fly Predators! These tiny but mighty insects work behind the scenes to kill flies before […]
What to Expect When You’re Eggspecting If you’re a backyard chicken or duck keeper, you already know the joy of collecting fresh eggs, watching your birds waddle about, and enjoying their quirky personalities. But let’s be real—nothing ruins that peaceful farmyard feeling faster than a buzzing swarm of flies treating your coop like an all-you-can-eat […]
If you’re using Fly Predators, you’re already on the right path toward natural, effective fly control. But are you getting the most out them?
Plant-derived compounds can be just as effective as synthetic insecticides—without the harmful side effects.
Scientific research has shown that integrating parasitic wasps into an IPM program can significantly reduce fly populations while minimizing the need for chemical treatments.