Deworming & Parasite Control

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 The goal of a parasite control program is to control the level of parasites on the farm to a level that has minimal effect on animal health and productivity, without allowing the development of anthelmintic resistance. 

 Parasites of any type can cause major production losses to sheep producers if they are not diagnosed and managed properly.   

There are three broad types of internal parasite that can cause significant health issues in sheep - worms, flukes and protozoa.  Worms are thought to cost sheep owners more than any other disease.  Worm infestation is probably the most

common cause of "ill thrift" in sheep.