Interested participants must have appropriate animal handling facilities for safe fecal collection. Sampling will occur before and after deworming, with supplies provided at no cost. OSU researchers will collaborate with participants, while extension personnel offer guidance throughout the process.
The study prioritizes animals between weaning and yearling age, including mature cows, weaned calves, and stocker heifers. Operations with young animals will receive preference to better understand dewormer efficacy in this critical age group.
Participants will receive complimentary laboratory testing and veterinary interpretation of results. By contributing to this research, producers can gain insights into dewormer effectiveness and aid in the development of targeted parasite control strategies.