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25/03/2026

Welcome to the latest edition of the worm intensity heat map showing the parasite challenge across different regions of Australia.

Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health has teamed up with Techion and Kynetec to bring you insights on gastrointestinal nematode worm egg count (WEC) data from samples collected through FECPAK machines. This edition looks at data submitted in February. Read on to find out how your region has fared.

https://livestockfirst.com.au/worm-heat-map

24/03/2026

In Part 1 of this 2-part series looking at the importance of getting your trace mineral balance right in ewes before joining and lambing, we discussed why trace minerals are vital at these periods. In Part 2 we look at management strategies to ensure optimal trace mineral supplementation to help sheep perform at their best.

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16/03/2026

In today’s Product in Focus we look at the answer to trace mineral deficiency in sheep across Australia – Marks-Min® Low Copper Injectable Trace Mineral with Vitamin B12 for Sheep. Trace mineral deficiency can be problematic, particularly at joining and lambing when demands on ewes are high. Marks-Min Low Copper Injectable Trace Mineral with Vitamin B12 for Sheep provides zinc, manganese, selenium, vitamin B12 and copper in one convenient dose that is reliably absorbed.

Consult your animal health advisor for specific supplementation advice to prepare your ewes for joining and lambing. See product label for full claim details and directions for use.
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10/03/2026

It can’t be overstated how important trace mineral supplementation is in sheep; particularly at joining and lambing. Trace mineral deficiency is a concern across Australia and therefore it is essential for farmers to be aware of not only the problem, but how best to manage it.

In Part 1 of this 2-part series, we dig deeper into trace mineral deficiency in sheep and how best to deal with it. Always consult your animal health advisor about how best to prepare your ewes for joining and lambing. AU-RUM-0018-2026.

27/02/2026

In Part 1 of this 2-part series we discussed barber’s pole worm, Haemonchus contortus, what it is and why it is a problem on Australian sheep farms. In Part 2 we look specifically at drench resistance and how important correct treatment selection is to manage this growing problem. Always consult with your animal health advisor for expert advice on how best to manage barber’s pole and mitigate the effects of drench resistance.

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24/02/2026

The Power of Two: Managing Barber’s Pole with Avomec® Duel.

Barber’s pole worm, Haemonchus contortus, is a significant threat to farm profits and also has wider implications for Australia’s agricultural economy. Drench resistant strains of barber’s pole compound the problem and careful management is required. Avomec® Duel Broad Spectrum Drench for Sheep is a dual combination antiparasitic drench containing 1 g/L abamectin AND 50 g/L closantel for treatment and control of roundworms, liver fluke, nasal bot and itch mite in sheep. It has activity against resistant strains of barber’s pole worm and 6-week sustained activity against closantel-susceptible barber’s pole worm. Discuss with your animal health advisor how Avomec Duel fits into your worm control and resistance program. See product label for full claim details and directions for use.



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20/02/2026

Is the barber’s pole worm threatening your flock? Barber’s pole worm, Haemonchus contortus, is one of the major sheep parasites in Australia causing significant economic and production losses, especially in areas with summer rainfall patterns. Barber’s pole continues to be problematic as it has demonstrated an ability to rapidly develop resistance to chemical treatments, due to its short lifecycle and high production of eggs under the right conditions. In Part 1 of this 2-part series, we look at barber’s pole and the risks this dangerous worm poses. Look out for Part 2 which focuses on resistance and how best to manage it through best practice and drench selection. Always consult with your vet for expert advice on how best to manage this serious problem.

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03/02/2026

With sheep lice (Bovicola ovis) being a significant threat to on-farm returns and impacting the wider sheep industry and Australia’s economy, sheep farmers are crying out for a comprehensive tool to manage the problem. Fennec® is Australia’s original double active combination containing imidacloprid and abamectin to deliver a highly potent chemical combination against sheep lice.
The best time to apply Fennec is directly after shearing when the lice population is at its lowest, which provides up to 5 weeks’ protection against infestation. Talk to your animal health advisor about how an integrated approach with Fennec can successfully manage the lice in your flock. See product label for full claim details and directions for use.

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29/01/2026

In Part 2 of this two-part series focusing on the problem of lice in sheep in Australia, Dr. Peter Bracken, Technical Services Manager - Livestock Boehringer Ingelheim, shares tips on lice management and which treatment to look for in particular. Fennec® contains dual actives imidacloprid and abamectin to deliver a highly potent chemical combination against sheep lice (Bovicola ovis). Talk to your animal health advisor about how an integrated approach with Fennec can successfully manage the louse in your flock. See product label for full claim details and directions for use.

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28/01/2026

Lice in sheep are a major economic threat to individual farmers, the Australian sheep industry and the national economy as a whole. Body lice (Bovicola ovis) feed on dead skin and secretions on the skin surface of sheep causing irritation, which in turn leads to thickening of the skin; damaging the fleece and causing significant yield losses if uncontrolled. In this two-part series Dr. Peter Bracken, Technical Services Manager - Livestock Boehringer Ingelheim, shares useful tips about controlling lice in your flock.

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31/12/2025

Wishing all the hard-working Australians involved in our agricultural sector a very prosperous 2026 from Boehringer Ingelheim Australia.

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Livestockfirst prioritises herd health. We offer high quality cattle & sheep solutions to maximise herd health and return on investment. Explore our products now!

18/12/2025

To everyone involved in Australia’s ag sector - from farmers, families, drovers, musterers, contractors, shearers, animal health providers, advisors, fencers, researchers to suppliers and more, 2025 is done and dusted. We hope you get a break of some kind - you deserve it!

Happy holidays from Boehringer Ingelheim Australia.

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Livestockfirst prioritises herd health. We offer high quality cattle & sheep solutions to maximise herd health and return on investment. Explore our products now!