Summer is finally here! After a long, cold winter, we can enjoy the warmth, sunshine, green grass, and late nights around the campfire. But with the hot, humid weather comes an unwanted guest: flies. Gross, pesky flies.
Not only are flies a nuisance, but they can also transmit diseases to your flock. Even worse, your chickens can develop flystrike. So, let’s talk about how to keep flies away from your chicken coop and ensure a healthy, happy environment for your flock.
Why Do Flies Invade the Coop?
Flies are attracted to manure and feed. Some common practices to keep the fly population down in your coop include removing soiled litter and keeping bedding dry, cleaning up leftover food and treats, and putting screens on your coop windows.
Tips to Prevent Flies in Your Coop
Here are some common practices to reduce flies in a chicken coop:
Remove soiled litter regularly to eliminate fly-attracting manure.
Keep bedding dry by changing it frequently, especially after rainy or humid weather.
Clean up leftover food and treats to prevent fly attraction.
Install screens on coop windows to keep flies out while allowing ventilation.
My Favorite Fly Control Product: Coop Recuperate™
A product I’ve had great success with reducing flies is Coop Recuperate by Strong Animals Chicken Essentials. Have you ever had a favorite lotion or essential oil you wish you could just roll around in? That is how I feel about Coop Recuperate! It has been our hands down favorite product we’ve used in the coop.
What Makes Coop Recuperate So Effective?
Coop Recuperate contains organic diatomaceous earth (DE), which is a natural fly repellent. I sprinkle it on the litter 1-2 times per week or whenever I add fresh bedding. In addition to DE, Coop Recuperate also includes organic essential oils like lemongrass and eucalyptus, which help keep the bedding fresh and dry.
Since I use the deep litter method, Coop Recuperate is essential for keeping my coop clean and odor-free. I’ve even sat on the coop floor with my chickens without walking out smelling like a farm! It’s been the best way for me to bond with my girls and keep their space pleasant.
A Cleaner Coop Equals Happier Chickens
Most of us start raising backyard chickens for quality eggs, and a clean coop is key to a healthy flock. Coop Recuperate helps create a safe and comfortable environment for your chickens—and let’s be real, the more time we spend with them, the happier they are!
Bonus Tip: Coop Recuperate for Garbage Cans
Here’s a tip: Coop Recuperate isn’t just for the coop. You can also sprinkle it in your garbage cans to eliminate odors and keep flies away. The flies will move on in no time!
Until next time,
-The Wing Lady
Coop Recuperate - Freshen Up Your Chicken Coop
Coop Recuperate is a safe and natural way to care for your coop. This coop refresher contains organic eucalyptus and lemongrass essential oil, along with diatomaceous earth to reduce odor and moisture and help improve the quality of your compost.