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Parasitic worms building up resistance to drugs

This will be a three-year project between researchers, veterinarians, advisory services, farmers and industry and involves 15 partners in Europe, including Animal Health Ireland.

1 September 2024
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Athletes criticise lack of meat at Olympics

A shortage of eggs and chicken, in particular, prompted team Great Britain to bring in their own chef from the UK to provide catering.

7 August 2024 NEWS OK

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.

16 July 2024
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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 OK
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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
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Keeping on top of summer health issues

Adam Woods previews this week’s summer health Focus and what’s inside.

5 June 2024
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Five tips for worm control in cattle

Worming cattle will be a common management task carried out on livestock farms in the coming weeks. Outlined are five tips to keep in mind.

1 June 2024
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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
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