While they may seem insignificant to the dairy industry at a first glance, flies do pose considerable challenges to dairy cattle that are already facing thermal and ambient stress, as they intensify stress levels and severely affect productivity. Our guest, Dr. Alex Sanchez from the University of New Mexico, sheds light on dairy farming and the role of fly control for milk yields and weight gain. We discuss the impact of fly infestations on dairy production and the adoption of scientific pest control solutions, along with the implications of fly pests and data-driven decision-making. All in all, Dr. Sanchez emphasizes the importance of focusing on small details for optimal outcomes. 

“I would say that the most successful producers are the ones who never neglect or diminish the potential effect that a single fly can have. They pay attention to the little details.” - Dr. Ulises Alex Sanchez Sandoval

What you’ll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:00) Introduction 
• (04:39) Measuring responses and production parameters in a controlled chamber
• (07:30) Practical applications
• (09:41) Management of pests
• (12:48) Integrated pest management
• (15:16) The usage of traps in pest management
• (17:36) Discussing biological control tools
• (18:58) The importance of quick action tools in pest management
• (19:40) Understanding the problem of resistance
• (22:03) Explanation of environmental control strategies
• (25:14) Economic aspects connected to pest control
• (33:53) Impact of stress caused by flies on bacterial protein production in cows
• (37:36) The final questions

Meet the guest: Dr. Ulises Alex Sanchez Sandoval

Experience:

• Current: Manager of Operations at the New Mexico State University
• Past: Health Services Manager in Establo Don Reyes

Background:

• Ph.D., Ruminant Nutrition / Veterinary Entomology (the New Mexico State University)
• M.Sc. (the New Mexico State University)
• D.V.M. (Universidad Autónoma Agraria Antonio Narro)

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