Wind erosion and livestock pests in Box Butte area
The report outlines cattle pest control options including pesticides such as toxaphene lindane methoxychlor Delnar Matthion ronnel and CoRal for horn flies and lice. It notes stable flies as a major eastern Nebraska issue with limited insecticide success and recommends preventive waste management and clean feed racks. Dairy restrictions limit insecticide choices for lactating cows and suggest pyrethrins with synergists or methoxychlor alternatives for face fly control.
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Insect pests threaten livestock profits and control gains
Calvin M. Jones of the Agricultural Research Service discusses how insects reduce meat and milk production in cattle. He notes horn flies, stable flies, heel flies, mosquitos, horse flies, and deer flies erode weight gains and milk yield, with cattle grubs causing winter losses. He highlights systemic insecticides like ronnel and Co-Ral as improvements, urging beef cattle use.
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