2012 Annual Report 1a.Objectives (from AD-416): The objectives are to examine farm management systems for year round gastrointestinal nematode control, identify resistant animals to minimize problems with nematode infection, conduct on-farm studies on the feasibility of techniques developed from research studies, and educate outreach professionals and producers on adopting available organic gastrointestinal nematode control strategies in small ruminants by disseminating state-of-the-art knowledge and procedures. 1b.Approach (from AD-416): The impact of continuous use of integrated methods that have been developed by these investigators previously will be examined using a systems approach on farm by producers who will submit information on the success of approaches employed. Development of decision tools for producers will occur and teaching modules for farmers, educators, and students will be developed and implemented. 3.Progress Report: A decision tree to aid farmers in managing sheep and goats for parasitic worms has been developed and is being tested by farmers during field days and workshops. Wide dissemination of research results of this grant project occurs to sheep and goat producers during extension activities.