FAQs about Fly Parasites
Frequently Asked Questions & Answers Regarding Fly Parasites
What Makes Fly Parasites Work?
Fly Parasites are nature’s unique, safe, silent effective way of preventing fly emergence-based thing fly larva killing.
Why Fly Parasites Work Better Than Sprays And Chemicals?
Because they move around and canvas of farm seeking fly larva wherever it exists, Fly Parasite patrol and police the farm to prevent larva from developing.
Where Do Fly Larva Exist?
Actually fly larva live anywhere! Wherever there are nutrients and moisture, fly larva exist. Obvious locations are in in manure areas, but also feeding areas, silage storage, crevices along the side of barns and buildings, gardening areas, compost areas and dead animals.
How Do Fly Parasites Work?
You will seldom see them at work. Fly parasites work at night seeking fly larva and killing it. Not only does the parasitic wasp sting the fly larva killing it, the female parasite wasps lay their eggs in the dead fly larva which perpetuating the fly parasite population. One fly parasite wasp can kill 40+ fly larva.
Are Fly Parasites Harmful?
Not in any way! Fly parasites were discovered four decades ago and have been sold for fly control purposes for the last 30 years. If there are no fly larva present, the parasites naturally die off; they are non-toxic and they do not bother livestock or plants.
If Fly Parasites Reproduce, Why Are Periodic Shipments Needed?
The reproduction cycle of fly parasites helps greatly; but their reproductive abilities do not occur in required quantities to keep flies in check in “rich fly producing environments like farms, zoos and diaries (where there is lot of manure, dead animal matter, etc.). Flies also are more reproductive than fly parasites. One adult fly can lay enough eggs to produce up to 1000 flies. Periodic shipments and regular application keep flies reproduction from reaching stages that become difficult to manage.
When Should Fly Control Be Started?
Ideally treatment plans should be started 1-2 weeks before you normally see flies; However starting later will also work. Parasite fly wasps will begin stinging the fly larva whenever present after you add them to your environment. Remember, the fly larva is their food and nesting source. If you already see flies, include Cedar Solar Fly Traps in your fly control plan to help reach Knockout Level effectiveness.
What If The Fly Parasites Are Not Hatched When I Get Them?
Fly parasites are developed in egg form all year at our facilities and then placed in cool storage for seasonal shipments. During shipment in warmer weather they incubate. Some parasites may be hatched when received. In all cases, when you receive your shipment, we recommend you release them. When your weather was warm enough for fly emergence, the fly parasites will hatch and become effective.
Are There Different Species Of Parasites?
Yes. There are several types. We mixed together these types to best match your area to provide you with the most effective species combination.
Do Fly Sprays Kill Parasites?
Yes, fly spray can kill parasites if sprayed directly on them, but not if the parasite wasps are placed outside of sprayers – so they can be compatible.
What Percentage of Flies Will Parasites Control?
Using fly parasites at Knockout Plan levels, you can expect between 70 and 90% effectiveness depending on conditions and your following our program plan which provides adequate and regular use of parasites. When used with Useful Farm Products Cedar Solar Fly Traps, control effectiveness should rise to 90 to 98%.
Is Constant Use Required?
A repetitive and scheduled release of parasites (a.k.a. following the program plan) definitely ensures the continual disruption of fly reproduction. Bi-weekly application is recommended, and for Dairies, weekly application is recommended.
Will Fly Parasites Leave and Migrate To Neighbors Farms?
Usually the fly parasites stay within 300 yards of their release and will typically only migrate if all of your fly larva have been stung.
If I Have Existing Flies How Long Will It Take To See An Affect?
First, if you have existing flies, purchase and activate solar traps immediately and second, release the fly parasites. The traps will catch existing flies and reduce reproductive pressure. The fly parasites when hatched will start stinging fly larva. You should see results within a week and significant results in 2 to 3 weeks.
Who Offers The Best Parasites?
Every company offers parasites that work. But choose to do business with companies that offer experience and comprehensive seasonal plans that work – Useful Farm Products does that for you! Our parasites are now “priced right” and “planned right”; priced 10% lower than 2009 and shipped regularly to you for deployment.