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Looking into lungworm

The Control of Worms Sustainably (COWS) group has launched a survey to find out more about lungworm and its treatment across the UK. Sara Gregson reports

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Looking into lungworm

Cases of lungworm in cattle, caused by the parasite Dictyocaulus viviparus, remain high and may even be increasing. COWS wants to learn more about when outbreaks are occurring, what type and class of stock...

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