Agriland

Keeping an eye on lice outbreaks in cattle housed for the winter

Despite cattle being treated for lice at housing, a secondary outbreak of lice can sometimes occur and should be swiftly ...
Post Register

Barnyard Basics: Controlling lice in beef cattle

Lice are a common winter problem in cattle, with cold weather and short winter days. Summer heat, sunlight, and short hair make it more difficult for lice to survive and multiply; their numbers ...
The Eagle

Lice in cattle herds can take a bite out of producer profits

OVERTON -- A common wintertime pest in cattle herds -- lice -- can suck money from producers' pockets, said Jason Banta, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service beef cattle specialist, Overton. Banta ...
Irish Examiner

Teagasc advises rechecking cattle two to three weeks after lice dosing

Clipping cattle along the back and around the tail head reduces sweating, helps animals stay cleaner, and makes it more difficult for lice to move and multiply ...