Take back your outdoor space without sprays, chemicals, or electricity. The Solar Fly Trap harnesses the power of the sun to eliminate fly populations at the source — quietly, continuously, and effectively. Whether you're managing a stable, dairy, garden, or backyard, this trap delivers results you can see.
Why Solar Fly Trap
Unlike chemical sprays or electric zappers, the Solar Fly Trap works passively — no power source required, no ongoing chemical costs, and no harm to beneficial insects. Built from heavy-duty, rust-free aluminum, it's engineered to last season after season in demanding outdoor environments.
The yeast-based bait creates an irresistible lure that draws flies in within seconds. Once inside the confinement chamber, flies dehydrate naturally from solar heat exposure. When full, simply empty, rinse, and reload. It's that simple — and that effective.
Key Benefits
- Chemical-Free Fly Control – Eliminates flies without pesticides, making it safe for animals, children, and beneficial insects.
- Solar-Powered Operation – No electricity or batteries needed; the sun does the work.
- Heavy-Duty Aluminum Construction – Rust-free and built to withstand harsh outdoor conditions season after season.
- Fast-Acting Yeast Bait – Lures flies into the trap within seconds of setup.
- Easy to Clean and Reset – Empty, rinse, and reload with fresh bait in minutes.
- Wide Coverage Area – Each trap covers approximately 2,500 sq ft, reducing fly populations across large areas.
- Portable and Flexible Placement – Move the trap as fly breeding sites shift throughout the season.
Use Cases
- Horse Stables & Equestrian Facilities – Reduce fly pressure around stalls, paddocks, and manure areas.
- Dairies & Livestock Operations – Control fly populations in high-density animal environments without chemical exposure.
- Poultry & Swine Farms – Manage fly blooms near feed and waste areas effectively.
- Home Gardens & Backyards – Keep outdoor entertaining and growing spaces fly-free all season.
- Kennels & Pet Facilities – Protect animals and staff from nuisance flies without toxic sprays.
- Feedlots & Agricultural Operations – Deploy multiple traps across large acreage to reduce migrant fly populations.
Directions for Use
- Mix the yeast-based bait packet with water as directed on the package.
- Pour the bait mixture into the container at the bottom of the trap.
- Place the trap in a location that receives morning sun and afternoon shade when possible.
- Position the trap near fly breeding sites — manure piles, compost, waste areas — but away from high-traffic human areas.
- Allow the trap to heat up during the day; solar heat is essential for fly dehydration.
- When the trap fills with flies, empty the contents, rinse thoroughly with a hose, and reload with fresh bait.
- Move the trap as needed throughout the season as fly activity shifts.
What Growers Are Saying
"Set it up near the barn and within a day it was already catching flies. No chemicals, no hassle — exactly what I needed for the horses."
— Marcus T., Equestrian Facility Manager
"Easy to set up and incredibly effective. I've tried a lot of fly control products and this one actually delivers on its promise."
— Sarah P., Greenhouse & Garden Grower
"Love that it's solar-powered and chemical-free. Works great around my chickens and dogs without any worry."
— Daniel R., Hobby Farm Owner
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly does the Solar Fly Trap start working?
Flies are typically lured into the trap within seconds of the bait being activated. You should see results within the first day of placement.
How long does one bait packet last?
Each bait packet lasts approximately 5 weeks under normal conditions.
Is the Solar Fly Trap safe to use around livestock and pets?
Yes. The trap uses a yeast-based bait with no toxic chemicals, making it safe for use around horses, cattle, poultry, dogs, and other animals.
Where is the best place to position the trap?
Place it in a spot that gets morning sun and afternoon shade, near fly breeding sites like manure piles or compost areas. Avoid placing it directly in high-traffic human or animal zones.
How do I clean and reset the trap?
When the trap fills with flies, simply empty the contents, rinse the trap with a hose, and reload with a fresh bait packet mixed with water.
How many traps do I need for my property?
Each trap covers approximately 2,500 square feet. For larger operations like dairies, poultry farms, or feedlots, multiple traps may be needed depending on fly pressure and proximity to breeding sites.
Can I use the Solar Fly Trap alongside other fly control methods?
Absolutely. The Solar Fly Trap works best as part of an integrated fly management program. Pair it with beneficial nematodes for maggot control and manure management practices for best results.
Solar Fly Traps are used by horse owners, breeding and training facilities, dairies, poultry and swine facilities, feedlots, gardeners, pet owners, kennels, and other places where flies are a nuisance. Simply add mixed bait to the trap and clean out once full of flies!
The Solar Fly Trap is designed to go anywhere. It is made-to-last out of rust-free, heavy duty aluminum. Use the Solar Fly Trap to reduce existing fly populations, fly blooms and migrant flies while your Fly Eliminators control the developing flies.
The yeast-based bait is mixed with water and poured into the container at the bottom of the trap. Flies are lured into the trap within seconds. They enter into the confinement chamber and dehydrate from exposure to the sun. When the Solar Fly Trap begins to fill up with flies, just empty, hose out and reset with new bait. SKU #1256001 comes with one packet of bait, which is enough for approximately 5 weeks.
Trap Placement: Place the Solar Fly Trap in a location that gets morning sun and afternoon shade, if possible. Having the trap heat up during the day is necessary for the flies to die. Solar Fly Traps can be moved around as fly breeding sites move around through the fly season.
It is important to remember that trapping adult flies is only one step in a successful fly control program. Manure management and maggot control are just as important in maintaining low fly populations. Use beneficial nematodes to kill active maggots in and around manure piles, organic detritus and other food sources. ScentGuard/Barn Kleaner can be sprayed to break down organic compounds that produce odors attractive to flies.
Usage Rate: Each Solar Fly Trap will attract flies from roughly 2,500 square feet surrounding the trap. Various facilities and uses (dairy facilities, waste treatment facilities and poultry farms) may require more traps depending on the severity of the fly populations and proximity of fly breeding sites.