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Bollinger, SB; Moakes, Simon; Stolze, Matthias; Werne, S.. |
To determine the current control measures for strointestinal nematodes (GIN) on Swiss organic small ruminant farms, a phone questionnaire was developed and conducted. The survey also aimed to assess the understanding and implementation of possible alternative GIN control options. In total, 52 meat sheep and 58 dairy goat farm questionnaires were completed, and it was found that in general, farmers were aware of the potential benefit of an adequate grazing management to reduce GIN infection. However, practical realisation was often limiting. On average it was stated that adult meat sheep and dairy goats were drenched 1.5 and 1.3 times per animal and year, respectively, whilst lambs and kids were treated 1.6 and 1.3 times per animal and year, respectively.... |
Tipo: Conference paper, poster, etc. |
Palavras-chave: Sheep and goats; Health and welfare; Switzerland. |
Ano: 2017 |
URL: http://orgprints.org/31601/1/Eine%20Erhebung%20zur%20Parasitenkontrolle%20auf%20biologisch.pdf |
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