Cattle with heavy internal parasite loads lose weight, have low feed efficiency and don’t breed efficiently. However, proven deworming practices add pounds at weaning, increase milk production and bump body condition scores. Most of the parasite load is in the pasture, which is why a pasture management plan, along with proven deworming products are essential.
Source: Progressive Cattle, March 24, 2020. Link. Managing stocking rates decreases overgrazing and patch grazing and allows animals to be selective and stay away from fecal pats. Larvae cannot travel very far, and maintaining forage height also reduces ingestion rates.
INSIGHTS: This is basic information that easily supports any parasite management discussion.