Presentation
Goats and Sheep: Keeping Ahead of the Parasites
New American Farm Conference Breakout Session
Hear about sustainable small ruminant sustainable production techniques, such as the FAMACHA, which “scores” eyelid color for anemia and parasite control and is an important indicator of herd health. One producer shares her experience with selecting sheep for parasite resistance.
Available speaker presentations include:
• Kathy Bielek, Misty Oaks Farm, Ohio
• Tom Terrill, Fort Valley State University, Georgia
This session was part of the New American Farm Conference, held March 25-27, 2008 in Kansas City to celebrate SARE's 20th anniversary.
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