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The Sidney Herald
Sidney, Richland County, Montana
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Dr. E. A. Tunnicliff of Montana State College advises checking pigs for roundworms, a major parasite causing losses in Montana hog production, especially in baby pigs showing diarrhea on old hog grounds. Recommends treating sows and pigs before summer pasture and consulting veterinarians.
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"Diagnosis shows many baby pigs are infested with roundworms this year," he reports.
"Large roundworms cause heavier losses for Montana hog producers than any other parasite."
If small pigs aren't doing well and are subject to attacks of diarrhea, parasites may be the trouble - especially if the pigs are on the ground that has been used by hogs for a number of years.
Parasites can be controlled with a combination of medical agents and swine sanitation practices. Dr. Tunnicliff advises treating both sows and baby pigs before they're moved out to summer pasture.
He suggests that growers see their veterinarian before treating for parasites in hogs since he can advise on the best corrective treatment after making a check of the pigs.
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large roundworms cause heavier losses for montana hog producers than any other parasite. parasites can be controlled with medical agents and sanitation.
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Diagnosis shows many baby pigs are infested with roundworms this year. If small pigs aren't doing well and are subject to attacks of diarrhea, parasites may be the trouble - especially if the pigs are on the ground that has been used by hogs for a number of years. Treat both sows and baby pigs before they're moved out to summer pasture. See veterinarian for best corrective treatment after checking the pigs.