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Managing flystrike in sheep

By Mallee livestock production adviser MONICA LEY

RECENT rainfall and warm temperatures have brought with them an increased risk of flystrike from the dreaded blowfly Lucilia cuprina.

Flystrike is the most important of all sheep ectoparasite diseases and is one of the most significant animal health considerations affecting the Australian sheep and wool industries.

Affected animals can experienc...

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