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25.01.2022 Take the management risks without the flystrike crash! The FlyBoss Flystrike Risk Simulator predicts the risk of flystrike in your sheep throughout an average year, based on long-term weather data, and lets you impose various management, treatment and breeding strategies. Try it out here: http://www.flyboss.com.au//flystrike-risk-simulator-downlo
25.01.2022 If left unchecked, sheep lice infestations can cause reductions in wool cut of up to 1kg per head, significantly reducing your profitability. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3hqwjDZ
22.01.2022 Do you know what signs your sheep may show if they have lice? It’s very similar to humans, but instead of scratching like we do, they might be seen biting their fleece or show signs of rubbing. Find out more: https://bit.ly/2Zkr8yy
21.01.2022 Are you ready for the parasite fast fact for the week? The ‘Tiny parasite which doesn’t breath’ Henneguya Salminicola (also known as Henneguya Zschokkei, which is even harder to say!) is a microscopic parasite which forms small cysts in the flesh of several species of salmon. A distant relative of jellyfish and corals, H. salminicola became notable in early 2020 as researchers sequencing its genome discovered that it was lacking a mitochondrial genome, which includes the po...rtion of animal DNA that is responsible for respiration. This means that not only does H. salminicola not need to breathe, it is also the only known multicellular animal that is biologically incapable of turning oxygen into energy to power its cells. More on this and other stories from our May newsletter at www.paraboss.com.au/news Stephen Douglas Atkinson
19.01.2022 Worms are currently estimated to cost the Australia sheep and wool industry more than $260 million per year. This is why it is so important to know the steps you can take to control and prevent these wiggly worms from getting into your mob. Find out more: https://bit.ly/32oU0Z9
17.01.2022 There are ways to protect your sheep from flystrike, which can have serious implications on your sheep and their health if left un-checked. So get swatting and head to the FlyBoss website to find out how to protect your mob: https://bit.ly/2QUwpcp
17.01.2022 Dealing with lice? The LiceBoss Tools are a series of interactive decision support modules that allow you to enter farm-specific data and get answers applicable to your property and particular management circumstances. Find out more: http://www.liceboss.com.au/sheep-goats/tools.php
16.01.2022 Being familiar with the main types of worms on your farm is important so you can plan effective worm control and maximise profits. The three main types of worms include roundworms, tapeworms and flukes. Find out more: https://bit.ly/39ab074
16.01.2022 Flystrike is a high priority on the sheep management agenda at the moment, as large parts of Australia are predicted to see a wetter than average summer. Flystrike management is a long-term commitment, as many strategies require careful planning and ongoing work. If you haven’t already, consider developing a flystrike management plan, or reviewing your existing plan. FlyBoss provides tools to assist you with planning and prevention. Find out more: http://www.flyboss.com.au/
15.01.2022 Just bought some sheep? Or have a rogue one returned from your neighbour’s property? Either way, it is vital that you check your sheep for lice before they enter your property! Find out more via LiceBoss here: https://bit.ly/3dJqrnz
15.01.2022 There are a variety of different ways to manage worms in your sheep mob! Check out the WormBoss website to find which ones would be best for you: https://bit.ly/3gFoMRq
14.01.2022 Much like your children coming home with head lice, a new infestation of lice in your sheep flock is most likely to come from contact with lousy sheep. It goes without saying that spending a little time and money now to prevent the introduction of lice will save you plenty in the long run. Find out more about biosecurity to prevent lice, starting with your fences: http://www.liceboss.com.au//sheep-lice-biosecurity-can-pre
13.01.2022 Planning on drenching soon? Consider a DrenchTest to test for drench resistance before you stock up - it will provide a simple, fast and low cost indication of possible drench resistance. A DrenchTest is the use of two WormTests - one used before and one after a drench - to see how the drench reduces the worm egg count. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3nxqf00
12.01.2022 One key aspect of worm control is keeping resistant worms from entering your property in the guts of infected sheep. A key tactic is the ‘quarantine drench’, which involves drenching sheep with a combination of unrelated actives and holding them in a yard or secure paddock to deposit any remaining resistant worm eggs, before spelling the yard of paddock to kill off any remaining eggs and larvae. Find out more: http://www.wormboss.com.au//drench/quarantine-drenches.php
09.01.2022 Depending on your climate zone, it may be time to consider a strategic 'summer' drench. A strategic drench, given at a critical time, can reduce worm larval contamination of a pasture for the benefit of the whole mob or herd, rather than just for the treated animals. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3fwADCb
08.01.2022 Do you know what the difference is between analgesic and anaesthetic pain relief treatments during mulesing? We have all your questions answered here: https://bit.ly/35zXdHo
08.01.2022 If you are going to treat for flystrike, make sure you’ve considered how you’ll apply that treatment. Common application methods including hand jetting, automatic jetting races, spray-ons and plunge or shower dipping; though dipping should only be regarded as an emergency flystrike treatment. Find out more: http://www.flyboss.com.au//choosing-the-right-application-
07.01.2022 Australian Sheep Breeding Values (ASBVs) allow producers to select sheep to help ensure their mob is better protected against things like flystrike in the future. Find out more: https://bit.ly/2EBWDh0
05.01.2022 Did you know that WormBoss provides FREE online learning? It covers a range of topics about worms in sheep, and best of all you can take your time to go through the content. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3kXdGK9
05.01.2022 Did you know that shearing significantly reduces the number of lice in sheep? In fact, 60-80% of lice may be directly removed and many more will be killed soon after by exposure to sunlight and higher temperature. Find out more: https://bit.ly/2NI4tGM
04.01.2022 As sheep producers we have a number of effective chemicals for lice control, but resistance is always a threat. Make informed decisions about your lice control to ensure you’re using the most effective product, and avoid using the same product for consecutive treatments to slow resistance by keeping thorough records of your past efforts. Find out more about available chemicals via the LiceBoss products tool: http://www.liceboss.com.au/sheep-goats/treating/products.php
02.01.2022 There are three major factors contributing to the risk of breech strike, which can have serious implications for your sheep. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/35A0BCa
