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Parasite Pressure Tool From Merial


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ERIAL OFFERS A PARASITE PRESSURE tool that allows cattle produc-


ers to monitor parasite pressure in their pastures and become aware of the conditions that could threaten their cattle. The tool was developed for and added to the LONGRANGE® (eprinomectin) extended-release injectable website. Parasite infections can lead to


a number of herd health problems, including negative effects on the immune system, decreased appe- tites, decreased weaning weights and lower conception rates. Because parasites cannot be seen in plain sight, the parasite pressure tool will allow producers to see when and why their cattle are at risk. Based on a producer’s zip code


and forage type, the tool calculates a custom Grass Growth Index (GGI) and a Nematode Suitability Index (NSI), which show the likelihood of parasite presence within the grass type at specifi c times of the year. When a producer enters their


location and operation’s forage type, the tool generates the GGI and NSI on a scale of 0 to 100; 100 represents extremely favorable conditions for grass growth and parasite infection. With the information the tool


provides, producers can work with their veterinarian to choose the parasite control product that is best suited to battle parasites present in their pasture.


40 The Cattleman November 2016 thecattlemanmagazine.com


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