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CDA updates bovine trichomoniasis status in stateColorado The Colorado Department of Agriculture sends out weekly updates for Bovine Trichomoniasis cases across Colorado: --As of May 16, there are twelve trichomoniasis quarantine locations in Colorado; --So far in 2008, 26 Colorado facilities in 11 counties have had trichomoniasis quarantines; --In 2007, there were a total of 14 counties with trichomoniasis quarantines; --An updated map highlighting the number of quarantines and their counties can be found by visiting www.colorado.gov/ag and clicking on the "Bovine Trichomoniasis" links. "Trich" is a costly, yet preventable, infection that can affect dairy and beef cattle. If bulls become infected, the percentage of open cows can increase from 5 to 30 percent. Trich is a venereal disease of cattle caused by Trichomonas foetus (T. Foetus). The T. foetus infection causes fertility problems, such as early embryonic death or abortion of the calf, and is asymptomatic in bulls. Colorado trich regulations require all non-virgin bulls changing ownership or being transported into Colorado be tested for T. foetus unless the animal is going to slaughter. Bulls on public land grazing permits or with grazing associations must also be tested prior to turn-out. Several diagnostic laboratories across the state offer trich testing; samples must be taken by an accredited veterinarian and results will be available between four to six days. For testing questions call CDA Animal Industry Division at 303-239-4161. 5/26/08 Date: 5/21/08
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