FEC Test Individual

Fecal egg counts (FEC) are important for goat health management. Here’s why they are relevant:

1. Parasite Detection and Monitoring: FEC helps in detecting internal parasites (worms) in goats. These parasites can cause significant health issues if left untreated, leading to weight loss, poor growth, anemia, and even death in severe cases. Regular FEC allows farmers to monitor parasite levels and implement necessary treatments.

2. Targeted Treatment: By performing FECs, owners can determine the level of parasite infestation in their goats. This information helps in administering deworming treatments more effectively. Overuse of drenches can lead to resistance in parasites, so targeted treatments based on FEC results help in maintaining treatment efficacy.

3. Preventive Management: FECs are part of a preventive health management strategy. By regularly monitoring FECs, owners can implement rotational grazing, pasture management strategies, and other preventive measures to reduce parasite load and prevent outbreaks.

4. Health and Productivity: Maintaining low parasite levels through FEC-guided management contributes to overall goat health and productivity. Healthy goats are more likely to grow well, produce milk efficiently (in dairy goats), and reproduce successfully.

5. Cost Efficiency: Performing FECs can be more cost-effective than routine deworming. It reduces unnecessary use of drench and allows owners to target treatments when needed, thereby optimising resources and minimising costs associated with parasite control.

Fecal egg counts are crucial for assessing and managing parasite levels in goats, ensuring their health, productivity, and overall well-being.

Easily monitor and manage parasite loads in your livestock with our comprehensive FEC Collection Kit. Click HERE to find the perfect kit size for your herd and streamline your sample collection process.

Samples can be submitted via drop off or postal services