Spray-on flystrike prevention

Summary

Spray-on products are easier and more convenient alternatives to hand jetting. These products are usually applied undiluted along the backline of the sheep but in some situations additional bands are sprayed around the breech area.

The principal advantage of the spray-on products is their ease of application as no additional water is required.

This is a particular advantage in the drier and more isolated areas where large volumes of water may have to be carted long distances for wet applications. These products may be taken to the sheep.

Many of these products can be applied using power assisted (compressed air or LPG gas cylinder) applicators. This assists with consistent delivery of the selected dose, ensures rapid and reliable refilling of the gun and reduces operator fatigue.

For smaller flocks the simple manual squeeze type applicators available offer a cheap and easily portable means of application.

It is essential that only applicators approved for particular products are used and calibrated using the product before it is used on the sheep.

It is essential to follow the label instructions with regard to dose rate and target area on the sheep, for the application.

See also

• Spray on flystrike prevention video (YouTube)