Parasites

The wormer is known as 'dual active' as it contains two compounds that target the same parasites.

Keeping on top of health issues swill ensure the thrive of spring-born lambs to ensure a short finish period.

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.

Strategic dosing can lower worm burdens on farms and also prevent worm populations from becoming resistant, writes Peter McCann.

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.