Take steps to act against Blowfly now
Shearing can help to reduce the risk of Blowfly as the fleece provides an ideal incubation ground for the fly to lay her eggs.
We are entering a high-risk period for blowfly strikes, with a number of cases appearing on farms.
The level of burden experienced within a flock is influenced by both the prevailing weather and on-farm conditions. It can pose a significant challenge when correct prevention measures are not in place, strike will typically occur on soiled areas of the fleece first, as the flies are attracted to these areas.
