Fly-A-Salt Cattle Fly Control Block - 44 lb, 700 Feedings Per Block

A nutritional supplement containing diflubenzuron* is used for continuous feeding to cattle through the stable fly season. This product is an insect growth regulator end-use product designed to kill stable flies in the manure of beef and dairy cattle.

The stable fly (Stomoxys calcitrans) is a significant pest of cattle and other livestock. It causes economic losses due to reduced milk production, decreased weight gain, and general animal discomfort. Traditional control methods, such as insecticide sprays, are often ineffective against stable flies as they spend most of their time resting on the animals and are not easily reached by sprays. Additionally, sprays do not address the root cause of the infestation, which is the larval development in the manure of the animals.

Insect growth regulators (IGRs) are a class of insecticides that selectively interfere with the growth and development of insects. Diflubenzuron is an IGR that disrupts the formation of the exoskeleton in insects, leading to their death during the molting process. When diflubenzuron is incorporated into the manure of cattle, it prevents the development of stable fly larvae, ultimately reducing the population of adult stable flies.

Using diflubenzuron as a nutritional supplement for cattle allows for continuous and sustained exposure to the product throughout the stable fly season, which is typically from late spring to early fall. The supplement can be added to the animals' feed and will pass through their digestive system and into their manure. Once in the manure, diflubenzuron will effectively target the stable fly larvae, preventing their development into adult flies.

By incorporating diflubenzuron into the cattle's feed, producers can effectively manage stable fly populations without the need for frequent and labor-intensive insecticide applications. This approach offers a more targeted and sustainable solution for stable fly control while also providing a nutritional benefit to the cattle.

In conclusion, the use of a nutritional supplement containing diflubenzuron as an insect growth regulator end-use product presents a promising method for controlling stable flies in the manure of beef and dairy cattle. This approach provides a targeted and sustainable solution for stable fly control while also benefiting the overall health and well-being of the cattle.

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