Prepare now to avoid husk this season

As we approach spring following one of the mildest winters on record, it is important to remember the threat posed by lungworm which thrives in above average temperatures and wet conditions.

Historically, lungworm infection (husk) has been most commonly associated with youngstock, but almost 75% of cases reported now are in adult animals which could have a very significant impact on the profitability of a herd.  Wormers, of course, are a vital part of modern cattle farming, and remain important.  However, husk is one area where an animal’s natural immunity must be allowed to develop as it matures.  Sometimes, overuse of wormers in the first grazing season, coupled with poor grazing management and extended seasons can mean that an adult animal has been protected for several seasons, only to suddenly be left naïve and to succumb to infection.

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