Parasite Control
Resistance, hidden parasite losses and everyday management mistakes are undermining cattle performance.
Why routine deworming is giving way to targeted, data-driven strategies in cattle.
The tiny, annoying pest can wreak $6 billion in losses annually to U.S. cattle production due to decreased weight gain or milk production, veterinary needs and control measures.
Practical strategies can boost dewormer efficacy, minimize infection opportunity and put more pounds on calves.
Cargill’s Johnathan Wells explains how a 30% increase in heart rate translates to lost pounds — and why breaking the fly life cycle is the key to protecting your bottom line.
Researchers found a commercial deworming tablet released only 10% of its drug content in dissolution testing, prompting investigation of new formulations designed to improve drug release and extend exposure in cattle.
Data-driven decisions help cattle producer Buck Rich make every deworming count.
Combination treatment provides different modes of action to enhance parasite control in cattle.
New modeling research shows ticks survive not through resistance but by exploiting where treated cattle rarely travel.
Winter infestations build fast and spread even faster. Dr. A.J. Tarpoff offers insights for veterinarians dealing with lice this season.
R-CALF USA is asking that bupavaquone be approved for use against theileriosis in cattle, the disease transmitted by the Asian longhorned tick.
Veternarian Kirk Ramsey says to reduce lice risk and create control measures, understanding the life cycle of lice and targeting application times are paramount.
Beef Extension Veterinarian A.J. Tarpoff recounts some skin-crawling stories fit for Halloween.
An Oklahoma rancher and his vet built a deworming plan that includes four practices that any producer can adopt: diagnostics, combination treatment, refugia and management.
Effective drenching relies on getting the medication in the right place, without waste.
HHS allows FDA emergency use of animal drugs to combat New World screwworm.
Work with your local veterinarian to evaluate your herd’s deworming program to identify potential areas of improvement.
NCBA’s Woodall says the goal is complete eradication — not just from the U.S., but from Mexico and Central America, ultimately pushing the fly back to its original range in South America.
Consider these important reminders before opening the pasture gate.
The tiny, annoying pest can wreak $6 billion in losses annually to U.S. cattle production due to decreased weight gain or milk production, veterinary needs and control measures.
Implementing low-stress handling techniques while working cattle can save producers time, money, injury and headaches.
Mexico has committed to eliminate restrictions on USDA aircraft and waive customs duties on eradication equipment aiding in the response to the spread of New World Screwworm (NWS).
Mexico has until April 30 to follow protocol to stop the spread of the pest and eliminate current restrictions slowing eradication.
USDA APHIS announced protocols to ensure safe movement of animals while mitigating the threat of New World Screwworm.
Outgoing USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack sent a letter to Mexico’s Secretary of Agriculture acknowledging the progress made in reopening cattle trade between the two countries following the detection of New World Screwworm, but says more action is needed to resume trade.
The pest can travel on humans, vehicles, pets, livestock and even on some wildlife species — all of which increase the likelihood it could eventually enter our country.
NCBA Policy director urges cattle producers to be diligent and watch for New World screwworm flies.