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Are you ready for the nematodirus challenge?
Elanco Animal Health said that Nematodirus battus is a real cause for concern in the UK. Changing climatic conditions have…
Sheep
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Treat parasites according to risk, not by time of the year
Sheep farmers are being advised to treat stock for parasites based on risk, rather than the time of year in…
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Research shows that sheep farmers can safeguard the future of their flocks
Anthelmintic treatment of ewes around lambing time, often with long-acting products, has become common practice on UK sheep farms. However,…
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NSA calls for industry support of its sheep worrying campaign
With sheep worrying cases continue to be publicised at an alarming rate, the National Sheep Association (NSA) is asking dog…
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New smart sensor to help farmers spot lameness in sheep
A smart wearable device that can automatically detect lameness in sheep is being developed by veterinary researchers at the University…
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Sheep and cattle farmers urged to plan ahead to avoid high fluke risk in 2018
Boehringer Ingelheim said that one New Year’s resolution for sheep and cattle farmers in many UK regions should be to…
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Administering a long-acting wormer at lambing cuts parasite burdens in lambs and boosts growth rates
Sheep farmers can reduce worm burdens in lambs and improve their growth rates by treating ewes with a long-acting wormer…
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Autumn parasite risk requires action from livestock farmers
The risk of parasitic disease and production loss from gastrointestinal worms and liver fluke is expected to be high this…
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SCOPS updates its Know Your Anthelmintics Guide
The Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep (SCOPS) has updated its Know Your Anthelmintics Guide, highlighting that choosing the right…
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Review worm control for optimal lamb growth, says Merial Animal Health
Merial Animal Health is encouraging farmers to put effective parasite control plans in place using an individual approach based on…