1. Lowering anthelmintic reliance.
- Author
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Davies, Robert
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ANTHELMINTICS , *HELMINTHS , *SHEEP diseases , *VETERINARY therapeutics , *VETERINARY parasitology - Abstract
The article reports on the results of the analysis of the degree of anthelmintic resistance of worms in sheep flocks in Wales conducted by the Wales Worm Watch. Resistant nematodes were found in 83 percent of samples collected on 125 farms. The study indicated that the drenching practices adopted by farmers were not effective despite recommendations to reduce their reliance on anthelmintics. The group is encouraging farmers to consult their veterinarian to discuss parasite management.
- Published
- 2006