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Doramex and Moxodex pour-on a no-brainer for Ireland rugby star
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With cattle housing just around the corner, parasitic infections are a top concern for farmers. Leinster and Ireland rugby legend Seán O’Brien knows this all too well.
18 September 2024 News
Prescriptions required for doses in 2025
From mid January 2025, all prescriptions will have to be done through an online recording system.
16 July 2024 Management
Be alert for lungworm in young cattle
Warmer temperatures will see worm burdens rapidly increasing on grazing swards, putting young cattle at higher risk of respiratory problems caused by lungworm.
New sheep wormer made available in NI
The wormer is known as 'dual active' as it contains two compounds that target the same parasites.
3 July 2024 Northern Ireland
Remembering the four pillars of sheep health this summer
Keeping on top of health issues swill ensure the thrive of spring-born lambs to ensure a short finish period.
8 June 2024 Animal Health
Setting up for success with sheep dipping facilities
While being one of the most effective controls of external parasites for sheep, dipping is both a laboursome and dangerous task, though steps can be taken to reduce risks and labour.
5 June 2024 Buildings
Get smart with sheep wormers this summer
Strategic dosing can lower worm burdens on farms and also prevent worm populations from becoming resistant, writes Peter McCann.
5 June 2024 Northern Ireland
Keep on top of worm burdens in young cattle
With warm conditions forecast to follow rain showers this week, worm burdens will be increasing on grazing swards, which pose a health risk to young cattle.
28 May 2024 Management