Producers needed for Asian longhorned tick study

Oklahoma State University researchers are conducting a new study on the Asian longhorned tick and how it affects Oklahoma cattle herds.

Dr. Rosslyn Biggs, OSU Extension veterinarian, is partnering with the OSU College of Veterinary Medicine and OSU Extension to reach Oklahoma cattle producers for research participation. “We are looking for 20 to 30 ranchers with about 20 head of cattle each to take part in this study,” Biggs said. “Supplies, blood testing and shipping are all covered, and we are offering tick identification through testing samples.”

Samples will be taken through the end of 2025, and those interested in participating in the study can sign up online.

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