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How to detect, treat and prevent ectoparasites in sheep
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How to detect, treat and prevent ectoparasites in sheep

Online
CPD
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Flexible Short Course Online

Overview

Ectoparasites are external parasites that attack the skin. Control of ectoparasits in sheep relies on strategic prevention, treatment and good biosecurity. In this course we cover the most important skin infestation – sheep scab – and blowfly strike which is most problematic in summer months.

Farmers Weekly Master Pos CMYK
Continuous Professional Development

How to detect, treat and prevent ectoparasites in sheep

The Farmers Weekly Learning Centre is where you can improve your career prospects and agricultural knowledge through online courses. Gain extra knowledge to progress your career, or top up your qualifications.

At a glance

  • Sheep scab: Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
  • Dipping sheep to control scab: What you need to know
  • Vaccine future for sheep scab
  • How to prevent and treat blowfly strike in sheep
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