Abstract:
Stephanofilariasis is a disease that causes severe economic losses in dairy farming,
directly affecting milk production and increasing herd management costs. Effectiveprevention and control measures are essential to minimize these impacts, with
emphasis on the importance of proper animal management and environmental control
to prevent the proliferation of vectors. The research consists of a literature review,
covering published articles on stephanofilariasis, analysis of milk production data from
affected farms, and evaluation of management practices that influence the spread of
the disease. The study is expected to reveal the extent of the economic impacts of
stephanofilariasis on dairy production, including productivity losses and the costs
associated with the treatment and control of the disease. Additionally, the work aims to
identify risk factors that contribute to the spread of the disease, such as inadequate
management practices and favorable environmental conditions for the proliferation of
vectors. The study also aims to propose practical recommendations for more effective
control of stephanofilariasis, with the goal of reducing the financial losses faced by
dairy producers. It is concluded that the implementation of strategies based on good
management practices and increased awareness among producers about the
importance of prevention can help significantly reduce the losses caused by
stephanofilariasis. Furthermore, the research reinforces the need for greater
investment in technical assistance and access to financial resources, so that producers
can implement these strategies effectively.
