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barber's pole worm

Mild and wet weather driving risk of parasitic worms at grazing

Beef

about 1 year ago

Mild and wet weather driving risk of parasitic worms at grazing

Mild and continuous wet weather this summer is leading to an increased risk of parasitic worms in grazing animals. 

Bluetongue will 'devastate the sheep industry' if not controlled early

Sheep

almost 2 years ago

Bluetongue will 'devastate the sheep industry' if not controlled early

Concerns have been raised over the threat of bluetongue and the impact it could have upon the sheep...

Deaths from Barber's pole worm increased by 164% since 2022

Sheep

almost 2 years ago

Deaths from Barber's pole worm increased by 164% since 2022

The appearance of Haemonchus contortus, or Barber's pole worm has quickly become a problem on some sheep farms recently.

Dealing with a barber's pole worm infection in the flock

Sheep Technical

about 2 years ago

Dealing with a barber's pole worm infection in the flock

Sheep on a Co. Wexford farm have been struck with a worm infection, which is being managed right before the upcoming breeding season.

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