121: Best practice worm control in ewes pre-lambing

In this episode, we speak to independent sheep consultant, Lesley Stubbings, and Leicestershire sheep farmer, Gareth Owen. The topic being discussed is best practice worm control leading up to lambing, which includes conversation on faecal egg counts, wormer resistance, testing for and treating liver fluke and the prevalence of sheep scab. 

Useful links:

https://ahdb.org.uk/knowledge-library/worm-control-in-sheep-for-better-returns

https://ahdb.org.uk/knowledge-library/parasite-control-guide-2020