Table 2 Model parameters set to represent BVD in Irish dairy herds
From: Predicted costs and benefits of eradicating BVDV from Ireland
Parameter | Setting | Comment |
|---|---|---|
Prevalence of PI in purchased animals | 0.0075 | Supplied by AHI (Table 1) |
Probability of biosecurity breakdown to BVD in any one year | 0.133 | Based on Graham et al.[20]. |
Milk price (€/litre) | 0.294 | CSO Ireland. Average 3.7% BF milk price for 2010. |
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Replacement heifer cost (€) | 1,070 | [12]. |
Value of cull cow (€) | 799 | [12]. |
Veterinary & Medicine charges (€/cow/year) | 64 | Estimate supplied by AHI |