SHEEP: Losses associated with sheep handling and routine treatments

Taking time to think about what might go wrong during handling will help ensure your stock are protected.

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SHEEP: Losses associated with sheep handling and routine treatments

Gathering sheep and handling for vaccinations, treatments or management procedures is essential. However, these actions are associated with risk and, while losses are generally low, occasionally serious...

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