Last week we asked our readers which fly control method was their favorite to use around the barn. More than 450 people responded to our online poll, and we’ve tallied the results!

Of the 487 respondents, 150 (31%) indicated that fly sprays designed for use on horses are their favorite fly control method, while 101 (21%) said they prefer to use manure removal and composting. Another 85 individuals (17%) chose fly parasite wasps as their favorite fly control method, while 71 (15%) said they prefer to use fly masks and sheets. Twenty-one people (4%) said they used birds and bats for fly control purposes, and 14 individuals (3%) indicated they use premises sprays. The remaining 45 respondents (9%) said they use other forms of fly control. 

Additionally, 100 readers commented on their favorite fly control methods