Modeling Costs of Using Ovocontrol G for Managing Nuisance Canada Goose (Branta Canadensis) Populations

• Main Authors: Caudell, Joe N., Shwiff, Stephanie A.
• Format: Text
• Language: unknown
• Published: DigitalCommons@USU 2007
• Subjects: Life Sciences; Canada; Branta canadensis; Canada Goose
• Online Access: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/wdmconference/2007/session1/1; https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1164&context=wdmconference

OvoControl G is a relatively new product that reduces the hatchability of Canada goose (Branta canadensis) eggs. However, little data is available on the cost of application. We present a model for estimating the cost of application of OvoControl G for managing nuisance Canada goose populations. We found that at low goose densities, fixed labor costs are responsible for a significant portion of the cost. As goose densities increase, these fixed costs become equivalent to, and eventually less than, the costs associated with the purchase of the product. We present several scenarios that managers may employ to further reduce the cost of application.