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Controlling flies on cattle

Fly issues can cause significant damage financially and on the herd health front. Step one: ID the culprit. Step two: Choose your weapons.

August 5, 2024

Carmen Willmore

The best way to treat flies is to first understand what fly you are treating for. Remember: Face flies are found on the face, stable flies are found on front legs, and horn flies are found on the back and sides.

South Central: Topical horn fly control considerations

April 24, 2024

Jason Banta

Last month’s Regional Roundup discussed feed additive options to aid in horn fly control and some differences between horn, stable and house flies. This month’s roundup will focus on topical insecticide options and considerations to help control horn flies.

Controls for flies on pastured cattle

Face flies are a common pest many cattle producers have to deal with, especially in the summer months. While there are many control options available, selecting the most effective one and implementing it in a timely matter is essential.

March 12, 2024

Dave Boxler

Face flies are pests of pastured livestock animals such as beef cattle and horses. The face fly is a robust fly that resembles the house fly in appearance.

Fly control options, explained

March 23, 2022

Tony Hawkins

Fly season is almost upon us. These little pests cause significant loss of production (aka less weight gain) and spread disease readily. If you do not control fly pressure on your livestock, you’re leaving real money on the table.

Controlling profit-robbing flies

March 24, 2021

Aimee Robinson

Flies are much more than a nuisance. Their economic impact can reach deep into a cattleman’s pockets.

Southeast: Tips on horn fly control

April 24, 2019

Jason Duggin

The approach to ward off flies is multipronged and challenging. However, doing nothing can severely hinder productivity, profits and herd welfare. I’ve asked Dr. Nancy Hinkle, extension veterinary entomologist at the University of Georgia, to give her tips on horn fly control for the Southeast.

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Controlling flies on cattle

South Central: Topical horn fly control considerations

Controls for flies on pastured cattle

Fly control options, explained

Controlling profit-robbing flies

Southeast: Tips on horn fly control

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