Séamus Fagan from the Department of Agriculture’s Regional Veterinary Lab in Athlone joins Ciarán Lynch on this week’s OviCast podcast to discuss Haemonchus contortus infection in sheep. 

Séamus explains how this parasite is sometimes referred to as the barber’s pole and how it affects sheep. 

With some cases appearing around the country this year, he discusses the symptoms, transmission and control options as well as diagnosis in flocks.    

Finally, Séamus encourages farmers to be vigilant when it comes to flock health issues, investigate further and seek advice where needed. 

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