Nematodirus challenge in lambs
Episode description
Dr. Orla Keane is on this week’s OviCast podcast to discuss the challenge of Nematodirus in lambs this spring.
Orla first explains how the Nematodirus challenge can carry over on farms from year to year.
She highlights the Department of Agriculture Nematodirus forecast and the implications for farmers.
Orla explains what age it affects lambs, the clinical signs, as well as the risk for young calves.
She also discusses the possibility of co-infection with Coccidia and explains the treatment options and best practice when administering doses to young lambs.
Here is the link to the Department of Agriculture Nematodirus forecast for 2023:
https://bit.ly/Nematodirus_Forecast_23
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