The Parasight
Welcome to this month's edition of The Parasight. We’re taking parasite-threat updates to the next level with our new collaboration with post-mortem vet Ben Strugnell BVM&S Cert PM MRCVS from Farm Post Mortems, who will share with us timely, on-the-ground footage.
Understanding what’s actually happening in flocks around the UK will give you more insights on what you should be looking out for with your own animals.
Pasteurella in sheep and magnesium in cattle - October 2024
Description: This month, Ben emphasises the need to plan properly for weaning time, ensuring lambs have the best chance to survive. He explains how the shifting temperatures have led to a rise in Pasteurella in lambs, often with a selenium deficiency, and describes which lambs are most vulnerable to this disease. Ben also discusses how poorer ewes are at risk during the weaning period due to the volatile weather conditions. He warns about the issues related to creep feeding lambs and the impacts this can have on their health. Furthermore, Ben describes the problems associated with low magnesium levels in cattle and the increased demand from their calves. Finally, Ben provides an update on lungworm and liver fluke.
Managing worms in cattle
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