Bestico

We got in touch with BESTICO in the summer of 2021 as chemical treatments we had used previously just weren’t working in the way they had before, and flies were beginning to become a problem. Their team assessed our farm and put together a tailored Biofly plan. We’ve been following that plan every week ever since and haven’t looked back.

What stands out the most is the dramatic shift in our fly population. Biofly has fully established itself in the slurry pits, and now it’s the dominant species. During our last inspection, the BESTICO consultant noted that Biofly were the only species identified so Biofly had totally decimated the pest fly population. Biofly adults are unmistakable—shiny and black with spiderlike legs, they’re easy to identify, and aren’t bothering the pigs or our staff like the pest flies used to.

Another win for us has been the cost reduction. By the start of 2024, we halved our Biofly dosage, and we’ve still managed to keep the pest flies at bay. This has significantly reduced our costs compared to using chemicals. We’ve been able to fully eliminate larvicides from our operation!

In short, Biofly has proven to be a game-changer. We’re not only achieving better fly control but doing so in a way that’s safer, more sustainable, and more cost-effective. It’s been a huge relief for our farm, and we’re excited to continue using it.