Stocking density and weather conditions can influence the likelihood of this cycle continuing , and consequently the number of parasites present at any given time .
“ Parasites place themselves in the best position to be ingested by cattle ,” explained Dr . Foulke . “ They try to stay at the top of the grass blades during the day , and migrate back down to ground level overnight .”
Studies have found that the climate at the base of the grass is very favorable for larval survival and can harbor large numbers of parasite larvae . Some larvae migrated as far as 15 cm down into the soil , and were able to return to the surface for ingestion .
Rainfall and other adverse weather conditions allow larvae to be more easily transported away from the fecal matter . In fact , a minimal amount of water can transport larvae up to 35 inches away from their original location .
To best protect your herd from parasites , Dr . Foulke encourages producers to look for a weatherproof dewormer . A local veterinarian can help you determine the parasite load in your animals and on your pasture throughout the year , as well as adapt control methods to manage parasites in all weather conditions .
“ Parasites place themselves in the best position to be ingested by cattle ,” explained Dr . Foulke .
Producers are encouraged to pay special attention to parasite control in replacement heifers , as they have significant nutrient demands on their bodies during the growing stages . Adding parasites to that equation can slow time to mature weight and conception , which gets them into the milking string late , and ultimately decreases lifetime milk production .
Managing the Brown Stomach Worm
“ Producers often ask about the best deworming protocol , but unfortunately , that answer is different for every farm ,” said Dr . Foulke . “ The way you ’ re going to deworm a dairy herd in the Northeast is going to be very different than deworming a stocker operation in Florida .”
To minimize the impact these parasites can leave on herd performance and profitability , Dr . Foulke advises both beef and dairy producers to work with their veterinarian to perform routine fecal tests on their cattle , and implement management protocols accordingly .
Source : Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc .
PHENOTYPE
Genius powered his way to the top of the sale report at Wulf ’ s Opportunity Sale of 2020 . Highly coveted on sale day , he brings a unique pedigree to the table and combines it with a balanced set of EPDs . Structurally sound and stout all the way to the ground , he is the perfect balance of phenotype and performance . Consider using Genius in your herd today .
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Ben Petre ( 740 ) 408-2433 Caleb Miller ( 614 ) 218-2043 13315 Church St ., Mt . Perry , OH 43760
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GENIUS 5293G
3 / 18 / 19 Homo B • Homo P • Purebred
S : Wulfs Cobra 2662C D : Wulfs Charisma 5293C
CE : 9 BW : 0.6 WW : 76 YW : 112 MK : 30 CM : 5 SC : 1.0 DC : 15
YG : -0.76 RE : 1.3 MB : -0.34 $ MTI : 47 Owned with Wulf Cattle
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