How To Assess Fly Density on Pig Farms
Flies are a considerable nuisance on pig farms. They lead to a reduction in feed intake, which affects productivity, and they can also spread serious diseases to humans and other...
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Darkling Beetle Control on Poultry Farms
Darkling beetles are insects attracted to poultry farms because of chicken manure. Cool, dark farm buildings with plenty of faecal matter provide the perfect environment for these beetles, and the...
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How To Prepare for Fly Season on Poultry Farms
As temperatures start climbing, poultry farms must prepare for something that could wreak havoc on poultry and profits: fly season. Good management strategies are defensive and proactive as well as year-round.
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Maggots Turning Into Flies — Everything You Should Know
The rate at which maggots turn into flies is rapid. When you’ve got an infestation, you need to act immediately.
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How To Prepare for Fly Season on Pig Farms
As winter ends and those first signs of spring emerge, most people are understandably looking forward to some sunshine and higher temperatures. Yet for pig farmers, the developing spring also...
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How To Monitor Flies on Poultry Farms
If you own a poultry farm, there’s no question that you will be familiar with being surrounded by flies. And not just you - your livestock will also know the...
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Understanding Rodent Behaviour for Effective Rodent Control
Rats and mice are a common problem for many livestock owners, and it's essential to know their habits and tendencies to prevent and control infestations effectively. They threaten the health and well-being of barnyard animals since...
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6 Impacts of Flies on Farms
With temperatures rising in the UK, fly populations are only increasing. This increase in optimal conditions for the reproduction of flies leads to increasingly negative impacts for farms across the UK.
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How To Assess Fly Density on Poultry Farms
No poultry farm on the planet is fly-free, and up to a point, flies are an occupational hazard. However, you can have too many, so the crucial question is, not...
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7 Fly Prevention Strategies for Pig Farms
With the fly season approaching, many pig farmers will soon focus on fly prevention strategies. There is no single definitive method for keeping a fly population at bay. Different strategies will work...
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What Control Do Environmental Health Officers Have Over Nuisance Flies?
Environmental Health Officers have the authority to control nuisance fly populations under the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005.
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How is Climate Change Impacting Fly Control on Farms in the UK?
Summers in the UK are becoming increasingly hotter, winters milder, and there's often more rain scattered in between. One thing's for sure: the effects of climate change are now all...
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3 Best Non-Chemical Fly Control Products
It's true: fly control doesn’t have to involve using invasive chemicals. Many livestock keepers and farmers look toward safer, alternative methods to control different fly species - especially during warmer...
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Fly Lifespan — How Long Do Flies Live For?
If you’re thinking a day is all a fly gets, then you’re not the only one; it’s a common myth that flies have such short lifespans. While different flies live...
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How To Know Which Type of Flies You’re Trying To Control
Fly species feed on different things, depending on the type and species. Their habits and lifestyle vary, as do the methods used to control them. Fly prevention methods include cultural...
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