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[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

Research has found genetic differences between sheep in the strength of their acquired resistance to internal parasites. If these can be identified by measurement, this can be incorporated into genetic evaluations and improved through selective breeding. https://t.co/AWkrjWOpgF

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

High risk to lambs of Nematodirus throughout N Eng and Scotland with recent reports of cases confirmed at necropsy in Northumberland and Dumfries-area. Check out the SCOPS map: https://t.co/uGJZggrMqa

[HiHealth Herdcare @HHHerdcare]

Report on cattle and sheep health and welfare priorities by @ruminanthw is now available to view online. Interesting reading for both vets and farmers: https://t.co/si41LyhNKM

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

Widespread risk to lambs of Nematodirus across much of UK. Check out the SCOPS forecast for your area. https://t.co/uGJZggrMqa

[Sheep Veterinary Soc @SheepVetsoc]

Registration is open for our Spring virtual conference on Sat 15th May from 2pm. Conference is open to members and non members. #sheep
For more info https://t.co/WucxPgQ4Iv

[William Howard School @WHS_Brampton]

This morning, two new lambs were welcomed into Open Spaces. Proud mother Bluebell gave birth to Claudia Wrinkle lamb and little Charles. #springlambs #openspaces

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

On 15th May the @SheepVetsoc are hosting their virtual spring conference which will feature a presentation from Biobest's Rebecca Mearns, along with many other excellent speakers. For more details: https://t.co/2HJTzUiKb2

[National Sheep Association @natsheep]

There is just ONE WEEK LEFT to complete NSA's sheep worrying by dogs survey which closes on 19th April.

The survey takes just 10 minutes and will help NSA collect vital evidence to push for legislative change. Please retweet!

https://t.co/TUCTMPp5uH

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

Nematodirus risk: check the SCOPS forecast… first high risk locations identified on the map. https://t.co/JlM697sWnh

[National Sheep Association @natsheep]

There are only two weeks left to contribute to our 2021 sheep worrying by dogs survey!⏱

10 minutes of your time will help NSA collect vital evidence and push for change on the issue.
https://t.co/TUCTMPp5uH

Please retweet and share widely.

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

When out and about in the countryside this Easter, please be respectful to farmers and keep dogs on leashes when around livestock.

[HiHealth Herdcare @HHHerdcare]

Ruminant Health & Welfare (@ruminanthw) have set out four key areas it will be working on over the next two years to improve sheep and cattle production in the UK. https://t.co/nAivovDa5m

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

The Royal Veterinary College and University of Hertfordshire are looking for sheep and beef farmers to participate in a survey, as part of research into profitable and sustainable farming. To participate visit: https://t.co/7lIti2539d

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

Well worth a read for anyone with an interest in #goats :

[Goat Vet Society @VetGoat]

Some interesting updates on https://t.co/WpuuylIKmb with reference to Johnes in goats #teamgoat

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

Interesting article in @FarmersWeekly on Enzootic abortion of ewes #EAE. https://t.co/lkyKcHu0Wg

[Neil Fell dipper man @NeilFell2]

Sheep scabs on the rise in all areas of the Uk. We are seeing more cases than ever before.
Be vigilant and contact your vet if you suspect your flock is showing signs.
Things to look out for are,
1 Wool discoloration
2 excess rubbing
3 wool loss
4 bear skin areas
5 biting

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

Article about Double Diamond, the world's most expensive sheep: https://t.co/fq8GYQibRs

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

The Sheep Health and Welfare Groups (SHAWG) have released their biennial report on the UK sheep sector. https://t.co/gEGbfVGgru

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

Follow @AHDB_BeefLamb on Twitter and @AHDBBeefandLamb on Facebook to join the conversation during the conference by using the hashtag #SHAWG2020

[HHFlockcare @HHFlockcare]

SCOPS says take the plunge……… Not a shower! https://t.co/DbyTlMy0b2