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An extension agent says more flies means poorer animal health and less profit.

Monroe County, Wisconsin ag agent Bill Halfman tells Brownfield face flies, heel flies horn flies, and others cause irritation and spread disease including pink eye, and they also affect the animal’s production.  “They’re feeding on the blood.  That’s energy and resources that are taken away from gain and so it’s important to keep an eye on those and implement a proactive program.”

There are many ways to control flies, and Halfman says using more than one method is common.  

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