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Safe and Effective Vaccination

Vaccines are a vital part of disease control and reducing antibiotic usage on farms. At this time of year many routine vaccinations are likely to be taking place including booster…

Sheep in a frosty field with a large tree in background

Animal Health Updates January 2023

Planning for Lambing Amidst Iodine Shortage

There is a risk of reduced availability of strong (10%) iodine for navel dressing this spring due to production ceasing at the main source in Chile. For farmers able to…

Maintaining Performance of Sheep in Adverse Winter Weather

With the last covering of snow now subsiding and more forecast as we approach the end of the year, it is worth considering the adverse impact of this weather on…

Winter Feeding Considerations for In-calf Heifers

Throughout winter, there are many stock classes to consider and nutrition can prove to be challenging with shed space, feed availability and forage quality all contributing to decisions made on…

Systemic Pasteurellosis in Lambs

This year there have been increased outbreaks of systemic Pasteurellosis. While the reasons are unclear, warm wet Autumn weather may have led to increased pasture worm burdens and prolonged tick…

Liver Fluke – Actions To Consider This Spring

In spring 2021 a number of flocks experienced ill thrift and/or deaths in ewes as a result of infection with liver fluke (Fasciola hepatica). In all cases there was a history of treatment with triclabendazole during the previous autumn and winter.

Needles

Before lambing, it is good practice to make sure you have all the equipment that you will require, and that it is clean, sterile and in working order.

Plant Poisoning In Sheep

With the recent snow falling and the lack of grass sheep are more likely to seek shelter and forage on alternative sources.

Eye Conditions of Adult Sheep

There are three main eye conditions of the ewe, all of which can be associated with harsh winter weather and housing of ewes.

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