Chemical treatments have long been the primary method for controlling animal parasites such as ticks, fleas and gastrointestinal worms. These treatments, including insecticides, acaricides and anthelmintic, have proven highly effective in reducing parasite burdens and improving animal health and productivity. However, widespread and repeated use of chemicals has led to significant drawbacks. Resistance development among parasites is a major concern, rendering many treatments less effective over time. Additionally, chemical residues in animal products and the environment pose risks to human and animal health and ecosystems. These residues can contaminate soil and water, affecting non-target organisms and contributing to biodiversity loss. The high cost of chemical treatments and their potential adverse effects further highlight the need for alternative approaches. As a result, from a One Health perspective, there is growing interest in developing and implementing non-chemical methods for parasite control to ensure sustainable and effective management, protecting animal, human and environmental health.
The goal of this Research Topic is to encourage researchers and practitioners to report investigations that explore and expand non-chemical approaches for parasite control and prevention in animals. We aim to highlight recent advances and innovative strategies that provide sustainable and environmentally friendly alternatives to chemical treatments. By focusing on areas such as biological control, genetic and breeding techniques, improved management practices, phytotherapy, vaccination, and integrated pest management, we seek to inspire contributions that demonstrate the efficacy and practical applications of these methods. We are interested in comprehensive research, case studies, and reviews that showcase the development and implementation of non-chemical parasite management techniques. Submissions should emphasize how these approaches promote healthier livestock and ecosystems, reduce the risk of chemical resistance, and support sustainable agriculture and animal health. Contributions will help build a robust body of knowledge that advances our understanding and application of non-chemical strategies in parasite control. By sharing your findings, you will contribute to a critical discourse on improving animal health and welfare through innovative and sustainable practices.
This collection focuses on non-chemical approaches for parasite control and prevention in animals. Emphasizing sustainable methods, we explore biological control, genetic resistance, enhanced management practices, phytotherapy, vaccination, and integrated pest management (IPM). These strategies leverage natural enemies, genetic advancements, and improved husbandry practices to reduce reliance on chemical interventions.
We invite submissions of original research, case studies, and reviews on innovative non-chemical methods for parasite control. Manuscripts should highlight practical applications, such as the use of predatory insects, microbial agents, genetic selection for resistance, rotational grazing, and natural plant-based treatments. Studies on vaccine development and IPM strategies are also welcome. Submissions must include clear methodologies, robust data analysis, and thorough discussions. References should follow the journal's formatting guidelines. Contributions will help advance sustainable parasite management practices, promoting animal, human and ecosystem health.
Keywords:
Biological Control, Genetic Resistance, Enhanced Management Practices, Phytotherapy, Vaccination, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Sustainable Agriculture, Environmental Sustainability, One Health
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.
Chemical treatments have long been the primary method for controlling animal parasites such as ticks, fleas and gastrointestinal worms. These treatments, including insecticides, acaricides and anthelmintic, have proven highly effective in reducing parasite burdens and improving animal health and productivity. However, widespread and repeated use of chemicals has led to significant drawbacks. Resistance development among parasites is a major concern, rendering many treatments less effective over time. Additionally, chemical residues in animal products and the environment pose risks to human and animal health and ecosystems. These residues can contaminate soil and water, affecting non-target organisms and contributing to biodiversity loss. The high cost of chemical treatments and their potential adverse effects further highlight the need for alternative approaches. As a result, from a One Health perspective, there is growing interest in developing and implementing non-chemical methods for parasite control to ensure sustainable and effective management, protecting animal, human and environmental health.
The goal of this Research Topic is to encourage researchers and practitioners to report investigations that explore and expand non-chemical approaches for parasite control and prevention in animals. We aim to highlight recent advances and innovative strategies that provide sustainable and environmentally friendly alternatives to chemical treatments. By focusing on areas such as biological control, genetic and breeding techniques, improved management practices, phytotherapy, vaccination, and integrated pest management, we seek to inspire contributions that demonstrate the efficacy and practical applications of these methods. We are interested in comprehensive research, case studies, and reviews that showcase the development and implementation of non-chemical parasite management techniques. Submissions should emphasize how these approaches promote healthier livestock and ecosystems, reduce the risk of chemical resistance, and support sustainable agriculture and animal health. Contributions will help build a robust body of knowledge that advances our understanding and application of non-chemical strategies in parasite control. By sharing your findings, you will contribute to a critical discourse on improving animal health and welfare through innovative and sustainable practices.
This collection focuses on non-chemical approaches for parasite control and prevention in animals. Emphasizing sustainable methods, we explore biological control, genetic resistance, enhanced management practices, phytotherapy, vaccination, and integrated pest management (IPM). These strategies leverage natural enemies, genetic advancements, and improved husbandry practices to reduce reliance on chemical interventions.
We invite submissions of original research, case studies, and reviews on innovative non-chemical methods for parasite control. Manuscripts should highlight practical applications, such as the use of predatory insects, microbial agents, genetic selection for resistance, rotational grazing, and natural plant-based treatments. Studies on vaccine development and IPM strategies are also welcome. Submissions must include clear methodologies, robust data analysis, and thorough discussions. References should follow the journal's formatting guidelines. Contributions will help advance sustainable parasite management practices, promoting animal, human and ecosystem health.
Keywords:
Biological Control, Genetic Resistance, Enhanced Management Practices, Phytotherapy, Vaccination, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Sustainable Agriculture, Environmental Sustainability, One Health
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.