Barbers Pole worm – a wet summer problem?
Article printed April 30, 2025. For the latest version, please go to: https://www.feedinglivestock.vic.gov.au/2024/01/17/barbers-pole-worm-a-wet-summer-problem/
Infestations of Barbers Pole worm can be devastating. A couple of good resources can help.
The spring edition of SheepNotes has an article by Steve Cotton on drench resistance “Knowing and managing your property’s resistance to chemical groups will give you better protection and control to worm infestations, particularly in challenging years”
Listen to a presentation from Professor Lewis Kahn, University of New England from the 2023 BestwoolBestlamb conference – Barbers pole marching south – managing it or keeping it out who outlines how to monitor and control Barbers pole worm, as it becomes more prevalent in Victoria.
Add visit WormBoss to learn more about the life cycle, management and control strategies.
