Heatstroke in Livestock
Hot days and humid nights put real pressure on livestock. Preparation, early recognition, and a clear response plan can prevent losses. This guide explains the warning signs, how to confirm …
Benefits of Injectable Vitamin C in Livestock
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is one of those tools that often sits quietly in the background but when used correctly, especially in injectable form, it can make a powerful difference …
Can Alpacas and Cattle Live Together? What You Need to Know
Running multiple species together can be a practical and rewarding way to make use of land, but it comes with its own set of challenges. One common question we hear …
Fatty Liver Disease in Alpacas
Understanding Fatty Liver Disease in Alpacas: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment Fatty liver disease, or hepatic lipidosis, is increasingly recognized as a significant health issue in alpacas. Despite limited research, …
Drench and Injectable Options for Alpacas
How to Navigate Limited Drench and Injectable Options for Alpacas: A Practical Guide for Australian Farmers If you’ve ever tried to treat your alpacas with a drench or injectable, you’ve …
Why Vitamin and Supplement Injections Matter
Alpacas are hardy animals, but when it comes to nutrition especially vitamins and minerals they can be surprisingly high-maintenance. If you’re not paying attention to their vitamin intake, you might …
Alpaca Care in Australia: The Ultimate Hobby Farmer’s Guide
The alpaca belongs to the South American camelid family and is closely related to its camelid cousins the llama and the camel. Alpacas are wonderful, versatile creatures that tend to …
Understanding Drench Resistance in Livestock
A New Approach to Managing Parasites There is no argument that drenching is an important part of livestock management and in a lot of cases it’s critical to ensure your …
Effective Roundworm Control: Insights for Sheep Farmers
Source: Paraboss / WormBoss ROUNDWORM LIFE CYCLE Most roundworms of sheep and goats share this basic roundworm life cycle. DUNG STAGE Worm eggs that have passed from the sheep in …
FAMACHA: A Guide to Assessing Anaemia in Livestock
How Often Should Smallholders Use FAMACHA? During high barber’s pole worm risk, score each sheep and goat weekly. In low risk periods, score monthly. Use FAMACHA alongside other indicators such …