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23 May 2018
Many external parasites that infest UK sheep flocks can hardly be seen with the naked eye, yet their effects on animal health, welfare and profit can be significant. This manual aims to help farmers to identify sheep parasites and provides information on how to implement effective control strategies
1 March 2024
As the UK sheep industry has become more reliant on pastures grazed only by sheep, dependence on anthelmintics (wormers) has increased. This manual, produced by the Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep (SCOPS) group gives an overview of how to control worms effectively and responsibly.
22 March 2021
A practical guide about drying off along with a pictorial protocol on clean infusion technique at dry-off.
11 October 2024
Cow tracks enable your herd to move safely around your farm, as well as bringing a number of other advantages. Learn how to design and build an effective cow track that benefits both you and your cows.
30 October 2023
Colostrum is vital to the newborn calf as it contains antibodies, energy and nutrients essential for growth.
22 May 2018
A leaflet about scoring a herd for swellings, along with pictorial examples.
22 May 2018
A leaflet providing advice about hair loss and lesion scoring for dairy herds, along with pictorial examples.
22 May 2018
A score card explaining why it is important to review the herd's cleanliness together with pictorial examples.
22 May 2018
A summary of recent research projects on health, welfare and nutrition and on soils, forge and grassland completed following two five-year research partnerships with leading universities and research institutes.
22 January 2019
This booklet includes information on our research programme as well as related products and services to to ensure have access to the most up to date advice possible.
19 October 2020
A guide about the key areas to consider when purchasing stock including potential diseases, isolation, tests and treatments.
7 November 2018
The 'Don’t bring it home!' poster is aimed at workers in the pig industry and those involved with moving pigs. It warns that diseases such as African Swine Fever (ASF) can be carried in pigmeat, which is harmful if fed to pigs