Source: University of Missouri Extension
Robert M. Corwin
Department of Veterinary Microbiology
College of Veterinary Medicine
Richard F. Randle
Commercial Agriculture Program
Although there are many species of worm parasites harbored in the gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts of cattle, only a few target species are...
Source: Zoetis news release
For cattle producers and veterinarians concerned about the efficacy of their parasite control programs, Zoetis introduces Valcor (doramectin and levamisole injection), the first and only combination endectocide in the United States designed for use against internal...
Source: National Cattlemen's Beef Association news release
Kim Brackett
Every cattle producer knows that pests are a challenge to our operation, but some pests are far more dangerous than others. One of the new threats to our herd comes from the...
Source: Cornell University
General Management
Keep hay and grain off of the ground and in feeders. Keep animals out of the feeders.
Keep water high enough that your animals cannot defecate in it.
Feed 130% of daily protein requirement for...
Source: Kansas State University
by A.J. Tarpoff, DVM, MS, beef extension veterinarian
Internal nematodes (or worms) have been and continue to be a major drain on beef cattle health and economic returns in the beef industry. Internal nematodes impact cattle performance...
Source: University of Wisconsin, Sandra Stuttgen
Parasitic worms of cattle include the nematodes Ostertagia, Cooperia, and Haemonchus. The worm’s life cycle occurs within cattle and on grass. Worm reproduction occurs within cattle intestines. Eggs and the first two larval stages...
Source: South Dakota State University
Written collaboratively by Written collaboratively by Joe Darrington, former SDSU Extension Livestock Environment Associate and Taylor Grussing, former SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist.
Deworming
Use of dewormer compounds can significantly improve the average level of production; however,...
Cattle exposed to parasites while grazing can experience production losses and health issues. Internal parasite control can be achieved with various oral, injectable, or pour-on deworming products. However, relying on cattle appearance to decide when to deworm is risky,...
On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, I am joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky. Jeff discusses his diverse background in agriculture and some pertinent research results from his recent...
