How to Keep Flies Out of Your Horse Barn
Erika Machtinger, PhD
July 2, 2019
Dr. Erika Machtinger gives an overview of how stable flies are different than houseflies and offers strategies for a (nearly) fly-free barn.
Dr. Erika Machtinger gives an overview of how stable flies are different than houseflies and offers strategies for a (nearly) fly-free barn.
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