In this episode we look at the amazing history of where drenching began then move onto the various classes of drenches available today. We look at what their properties are and their role up to today and the best way we can look after them now. Email your feedback or topic suggestions: wormcasts@paraboss.com.au Ian's limerick I looked up and just gave a shrug A hundred and one types of drug They all make the claim That sounds just the same And I feel like an absolute mug Support the show

There are many ways to tackle parasites and a good understanding of their life cycles is critical knowledge. In this episode we look at the life cycles and the conditions for development of flies, lice and worms and we see how this can help us exploit the chinks in their armour. Support the show

In this episode Susan interviews Ian, who in the past has been an organics standards auditor, and we learn a little about organic farming of livestock and how organic farms manage their parasites. The question is : are there some lessons in there for those of us who run conventional farms? It seems when everything depends on good planning you really need to do it well. Email your feedback or topic suggestions: wormcasts@paraboss.com.au Ian's limerick Organic farming is grouse But don’t get ...

This episode looks at integrated parasite management (IPM), which is all the different practices you can use to reduce parasites on your property. IPM reduces your reliance on drenches and aids in extending the life of those drenches on your farm. It covers aspects of drenching, testing, breeding, grazing management and pastures. Contact us at wormcasts@paraboss.com.au Support the show

In this episode we speak with James Deller the Director, Residue and Trade, with the APVMA as he explains the role of the APVMA in protecting our livestock, us the farmers, our trade and our environment. He discusses what is needed to bring a product to registration and how WHP and ESIs are established. Support the show

In this episode we interview John Webb Ware, the senior consultant with the Mackinnon Project, University of Melbourne Veterinary School, about his experiences with his clients that have chosen to move away from mulesing into non-mulesed fine wool Merinos. What it has taken to achieve this and what the traps and downfalls are for the uninitiated. Support the show

This episode with Dr Paul Nilon of Tasmania will explore the ways in which we can clean up the parasite stages on the paddocks and make them suitable for young weaners through their first testing season. It covers Smart grazing and cross grazing with cattle how they work, how to do it and what is needed. It also looks at innovative uses and traps for beginners. Email your feedback or topic suggestions: wormcasts@paraboss.com.au Ian's Limerick When choosing a paddock to graze There are onl...

This episode looks at disasters that did occur when a quarantine drench was missed, even with experienced producers. It explains the importance of the quarantine process, including drench choice and timing, isolation, monitoring and paddock selection. This includes not only when sheep are purchased, but when your own sheep are returning from agistment or another of your properties. Email your feedback or topic suggestions: wormcasts@paraboss.com.au Ian's limerick Was buying in sheep that it...

This episode describes some of the language around internal parasites and drench tests, and makes it clearer for our way forward in future podcasts. Email your feedback or topic suggestions: wormcasts@paraboss.com.au Ian's limerick The language they use is enough To put you off learning the stuff If you’re not in the know Your knowledge can’t grow And the research just gets really tough Support the show

Susan and Ian introduce themselves and discuss what they see Wormcasts providing for the listeners. This introduces the ParaBoss podcasts and its hosts, Dr Susan Swaney (Technical Manager ParaBoss, former Technical Services Manager Virbac, Veterinary Officer Falkland Islands and mixed practice veterinarian) and Ian Campbell (farmer, former Director Department of Agriculture Falkland Islands, sheep extension officer DPI Victoria and researcher Mackinnon Project University of Melbourne). The po...