Plants that poison goats
Protect your goats from plant poisoning with this guide to toxic plants, symptoms, emergency treatment, and prevention. Includes updated advice for lifestyle farmers.
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Lameness in Livestock - Part 3: Lameness in Sheep, Goats, Cattle and Deer
Lameness in sheep, goats, cattle, and deer is often caused by infections like foot scald and foot-rot. Learn how to treat and prevent these issues on your lifestyle block.
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Quarantining New Animals - What, When, and How
Preventing the spread of disease on your farm starts with strong biosecurity measures. Quarantining new animals for 2-3 weeks helps detect infections, clear parasites, and ensure a healthy flock. Learn best practices for vet checks, parasite control, and biosecurity to protect your livestock.
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A New Lifestyle Farmer’s Guide to Fecal Egg Counts (FECs)
Learn how to use Fecal Egg Counts (FECs) to manage livestock parasites effectively. This guide covers what FECs are, their pros and cons, equipment needed, step-by-step procedures, and tips for adjusting for moisture content. Keep your animals healthy and your farm sustainable!
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