Veterinary entomology: Strategies for managing arthropod parasites in livestock

AbstractThis study discusses the significance of veterinary entomology for reducing arthropod infections in animals. Arthropod pests -such as insects and spiders -are quite detrimental to cattle’s health and productivity, therefore costing monetary loss to the agriculture sector. Knowledge of biology, life cycles, and environmental effects of these arthropod parasites will help in achieving successful management of several arthropod parasites that effects animal health. Several approaches of eradicating arthropod populations including emphasis on mechanical techniques, cultural activities including pasture management, and biological control strategies employing natural enemies of pests and diseases, have been used. Chemical control using acaricides and pesticides, with an eye on managing resistance to ensure their long residual effect. Additionally discussed as innovative approaches to monitor and eradicate livestock pests, are precision livestock husbandry and genetic procedures. Combining innovative technology with IPM approaches helps livestock growers in reducing the incidence of these pests and improve general health of animals. Veterinary entomology has to keep improving if we are to address the issues generated by arthropod pests and safeguard cattle’s health and output against emerging threats.