Determine Your Optimal Fly Control Needs
Use our Fly Parasite Calculator to accurately estimate the number of fly parasites required for effective fly control in your livestock operation. By inputting the number and types of animals you manage, you’ll instantly receive tailored recommendations for the ideal quantity of fly parasites needed to maintain a clean, healthy, and comfortable environment for your animals.
How to Use the Fly Parasite Calculator
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Enter Animal Counts: Input the number of animals you have in each category—horses, cattle, goats, alpacas, swine, poultry, and more.
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Review Recommendations: Our calculator immediately provides the recommended fly parasite quantity based on industry-standard release rates.
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Select Package Size: Choose from various sizes of fly parasite packages—7,500, 10,000, 15,000, or 25,000—to match your calculated requirements perfectly.
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Plan Release Schedule: Follow the suggested distribution frequency, ensuring ongoing and effective fly control throughout the season.
Fly Parasite Calculator
Release Rates for Fly Parasites
| Animal Type | Quantity per Animal | Frequency |
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| Horses | 7,500 per every 5 horses | Distributed every 2 to 4 weeks |
| Cattle, Buffalo | 7,500 per every 5 animals | Distributed every 1 to 3 weeks |
| Goats, Sheep, Dogs | 7,500 per every 15 animals | Distributed every 2 to 4 weeks |
| Miniatures, Burros | 7,500 per every 10 animals | Distributed every 2 to 4 weeks |
| Swine | 7,500 per every 10 animals | Distributed every 1 to 2 weeks |
| Chickens, Turkeys (on wire) | 7,500 per every 2,000 birds | Distributed every 1 to 2 weeks |
| Ostriches, Emus | 7,500 per every 15 birds | Distributed every 2 to 4 weeks |
| Llamas, Alpacas | 7,500 per every 10 animals | Distributed every 2 to 4 weeks |
| Feedlots, Dairies, Zoos and all other | Please call 1.855.289.1441! |
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Factors Affecting Distribution Frequency
Your fly parasite distribution frequency may vary based on several key factors:
- Historical Fly Pressure: Areas historically prone to heavy infestations may require more frequent applications.
- Climate Conditions: Wet or humid climates with abundant fly breeding sites may necessitate more frequent releases, whereas drier climates might require less frequent releases.
- Manure Management Practices: Proper management and regular removal of manure significantly reduce fly populations, decreasing the necessary frequency of parasite releases.
Additional Tips for Successful Fly Control
Remember, ordering in advance ensures timely delivery, particularly during peak fly activity periods, typically in July and August.
Set up recurring shipments of fly parasites to avoid gaps in coverage, maintaining effective control throughout the entire fly season.
Consider integrating other pest management practices, such as traps and proper waste disposal, alongside biological fly control.
Benefits of Using Fly Parasites
- Targeted Control: Fly parasites specifically target and eliminate fly pupae, reducing adult fly populations.
- Environmentally Friendly: A natural alternative to chemical pesticides, safe for animals and humans.
- Cost-Effective: Reduces the need for repeated chemical treatments and associated labor costs.
- Sustainable Solution: Supports long-term fly management when integrated into regular maintenance routines.
Learn more about How Fly Control Parasites Work.
Discounts are available for bulk purchases. Ensure timely releases by ordering in advance, especially during peak fly seasons.