Cryptosporidiosis is a disease caused by infection with protozoan parasites called Cryptosporidium. The disease causes production losses in livestock farming and can also be a significant cause of disease and morbidity in humans, especially in the young, elderly or immune-compromised individuals. Learn more about Cryptosporidium.
This animation explains the life cycle of the group of crypto parasites, the costs associated in not dealing with the disease, best case practices to control it, and the importance of adequate and good quality colostrum for new-borne calves.
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