– Ted Wiseman, OSU Extension, Perry County (originally published in Farm and Dairy)

Horn flies feed on blood from the backs of cattle 20–40 times per day.
As summer temperatures rise, so does the pressure from biting and nuisance flies on livestock operations. According to university research, fly infestations cost U.S. producers an estimated $700 million to $1 billion annually in lost performance. With today’s strong livestock markets, minimizing these losses through effective fly control is more important than ever.
Understanding the Impact of Flies on Livestock
Flies reduce productivity by interfering with feeding, causing stress, and transmitting disease. The primary culprits include Continue reading Fly Control in Livestock for Summer