Reduce bedding costs by sourcing local alternatives

摘要

The risk of infection from scab will vary depending on individual areas and your neighbours, says independent sheep vet Paul Roger. "It is useful to get commoners together to discuss scab control measures - it is essential to have a joined-up system to look at the disease. By treating your flock, you may prevent a flood of infection, but if you treat and your neighbours do not, infection will trickle past." And farmers should carry out an in-depth risk assessment so control measures can be designed accordingly.