Nematodirus challenge in lambs

<p>Dr. Orla Keane is on this week’s OviCast podcast to discuss the challenge of Nematodirus in lambs this spring. </p><p> </p><p>Orla first explains how the Nematodirus challenge can carry over on farms from year to year. </p><p> </p><p>She highlights the Department of Agriculture Nematodirus forecast and the implications for farmers. </p><p> </p><p>Orla explains what age it affects lambs, the clinical signs, as well as the risk for young calves. </p><p> </p><p>She also discusses the possibility of co-infection with Coccidia and explains the treatment options and best practice when administering doses to young lambs. </p><p> </p><p>Here is the link to the Department of Agriculture Nematodirus forecast for 2023: <br><a href="https://bit.ly/Nematodirus_Forecast_23">https://bit.ly/Nematodirus_Forecast_23</a></p><p> </p><p>For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:<br><a href="https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast">https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast</a></p>