M-44 and Livestock Protection Collar
Fredericksburg AgriLife Extension Office
95 Frederick Road
Fredericksburg, TX
Wednesday, June 17th
Starts at 8:00 a.m.
Predators such as coyotes, foxes and feral dogs cause damage to livestock and crops which results in economic loss to Texas farmers and ranchers. Predators also sometimes adversely affect wildlife population. These animals can spread diseases such as rabies, Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever to domestic animals and humans. Many control methods are available, and TDA's Predator Management Training Program works closely with the Texas AgriLife Extension Service and Texas AgriLife Extension Wildlife Services to assist Texans in finding the most appropriate solutions for their problem.
TDA's Predator Management Training Program works to assist the livestock industries and to ensure the methods used to manage livestock predation do not present hazards to humans, non-target animals and the environment. This program covers training on available management techniques and monitoring to allow certification of M-44 Sodium Cyanide and Compound 1080 Livestock Protection Collar applicators. Before being permitted to use these pesticides applicators must have a license with TDA and attend a training class to learn proper use of the selected method. Producers with Private Applicators licenses or certifications may obtain their M-44 certification by participating and passing the exam at this program.
The program also includes other control methods and tips on identifying which predator is taking livestock. While coyotes are the most common predator, foxes, feral dogs, feral hogs, mountain lions and eagles kill young livestock. Identifying what killed an animal is crucial to determining the method of control needed. Texas AgriLife Extension Service and Texas AgriLife Extension Wildlife Services personnel are available to assist in this area.
Please contact the Kerr County Texas AgriLife Extension office prior to Wednesday, June 17th to register for this program by calling 830.257.6568.
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