Sheep Ecoparasite Control

Synopsis

Looks at the main skin parasites of the sheep, from sheep scap to blowfly, and describes each, giving details of how to identify them, the problems they cause, and how to treat them. Presents several strategies that can be adoped to improve flock health, welfare and profitability. The nine sections cover: financial implications; good dipping practice; applying pour-ons and spon-ons; sheep scab; blowfly; headfly; ticks; lice,; other ectoparasites.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 50 min.

Year of production

1997

Availability

Sale; 1997 sale: £15.99 (inc. VAT +p&p)

Documentation

Based on ‘The Veterninary Book for Sheep Farmers’ by David Henderson.

Uses

Veterinary students and practitioners; sheep owners, breeders and managers; shepherds.

Subjects

Veterinary science

Keywords

parasites; sheep; skin diseases

Credits

Producer

Ian Damms

Cast

David C Henderson

Production Company

Name

Countrywise Communications

Sponsor

Name

Farming Press

Notes

Ceased distribution in 2002. Some FP books and videos available from Old Pond Publishing

Distributor

Name

Quantum Leap

Notes

The company ceased trading in 2018. It was previously a distributor and online retailer specialising in non-fiction DVD titles on a wide variety of subjects, particularly in the areas of music instruction, music performance, sport instruction, and health. Some titles also available through retail outlets.

 

Available from retail outlets