EPISODE · Jul 2, 2026 · 39 MIN
Flies in the Coop: Causes, Prevention, and Control
from Backyard Chickens & Coturnix Quail: Incubating Hatching Eggs and Chicken Breeding · host Carey Blackmon
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!What Flies Are Really Telling You About Your Chicken CoopFlies are more than just an annoyance—they're often an indicator of what's happening in your coop and run. In this Poultry Nerds Podcast clip, we discuss why flies are attracted to chickens, the environmental conditions that encourage them, and practical management strategies to reduce fly populations.Whether you keep a small backyard flock or manage a larger operation, understanding the root causes of fly problems can help you create a healthier environment for your birds while making your coop a more enjoyable place to work.This episode covers:Why flies are attracted to chicken coopsCommon causes of fly infestationsManagement practices that reduce fly breedingPractical tips for long-term fly controlIf you enjoy this discussion, be sure to listen to the full Poultry Nerds Podcast for more science-based conversations on poultry health, management, and husbandry. Valley Hatchery is a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds, find more at ValleyHatchery.com Support the showFeel Free to email us at - [email protected] us on Facebook at - https://www.facebook.com/PoultryNerdsSign up for News at PoultryNerds.comEggFoam.com get your egg shippers and live shipping boxes and always get free shipping!ShowPro feed supplement for all your feathered friends! Grow them bigger and healthier with the best ingredients.Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R FarmsPlease subscribe to our podcast and leave a review, we appreciate you. And if you have a subject request, email us. [email protected]
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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! What Flies Are Really Telling You About Your Chicken Coop Flies are more than just an annoyance—they're often an indicator of what's happening in your coop and run. In this Poultry Nerds Podcast clip, we discuss why flies are attracted to chickens, the environmental conditions that encourage them, and practical management strategies to reduce fly populations. Whether you keep a small backyard flock or manage a larger oper...
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