Why Parasite Control MattersGastrointestinal parasites (helminths) rob nutrients, reduce weight gain, and impair overall herd performance. Strategic parasite control through grazing management and targeted deworming helps boost feed efficiency, growth, and health in beef cattle.
Who Needs Deworming?Young, grazing cattle—especially...
Managing pests is a vital part of protecting herd health and productivity on beef farms across the U.S. and Canada. Whether it’s rodents, insects, wild birds, or parasites, pests can spread disease, contaminate feed and water, and stress animals—ultimately...
Internal parasites are a constant threat to cattle health and productivity, especially for animals grazing on pasture. A well-designed parasite control program (PCP) can significantly reduce losses and boost herd performance. This article outlines key strategies for managing parasites...
Ticks are more than just a nuisance—they can harm livestock through physical irritation and by transmitting serious diseases. Effective tick management begins with understanding which species commonly affect livestock and implementing preventative measures to protect herd health and productivity.
Common...
Cattle grazing on pastures are inevitably exposed to internal parasites that can lead to significant production losses and health issues. While complete confinement may minimize parasite exposure, managing parasites is an ongoing challenge for cattle exposed to pasture environments....
Parasites can have a significant impact on cattle health, performance, and productivity. Implement these best practices to help control and prevent both internal and external parasites on your farm.
1. Maintain Proper Nutrition and Body Condition
Healthy cattle are more...
To keep cattle healthy, producers need to know which parasites are present. A targeted deworming program is the best way to control them and prevent resistance.
How to Test for Parasites
A good testing program includes:
Fecal Egg Counts (FEC): Measures...
To combat the increasing threat of cattle fever tick infestations in Texas and protect the nation’s cattle industry, U.S. Representative Monica De La Cruz (R-TX) and Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) have reintroduced the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program Enhancement...
Biosecurity Checklist for Spring
Spring brings warmer temperatures and the reemergence of pests and diseases, making it essential to reinforce farm biosecurity. Here are five key steps to protect your livestock and facilities:
Control Rodent Populations
Remove any harvested grain...
Source: University of Missouri
The use of commercial livestock dewormers has paid off in terms of animal health and productivity, but it has also resulted in resistance among parasite populations.
“As dewormers lose effectiveness, producers need to develop a broader strategy...
