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South Dakota: Bovine Trichomoniasis Found in Bennett County Herd

Mary Wilson

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Jul 3, 2024

PIERRE, SD – Bovine trichomoniasis (trich) has been detected in a South Dakota cattle herd. A bull from a beef cattle herd in Bennett County has tested positive for the disease. The Animal Industry Board (AIB) is working with the herd owner and their veterinarian to develop a management plan to contain the disease. Neighboring herd owners with potential contact animals will be informed of the risk to their animals as the investigation continues.
Trichomonas foetus is a protozoal parasite that is transmitted between cows and bulls during breeding and can cause early term abortions. Producers are often unaware of the problem until the disease is well established in the herd. Signs that the disease may be present in a herd include a higher number of open (non-pregnant) and late-calving cows than expected.​ ...

https://www.tsln.com/news/south-dakota-bovine-trichomoniasis-found-in-bennett-county-herd/
 
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