Faecal Egg Count Training
Empowering farmers and smallholders to manage parasites responsibly and sustainably
Training courses / workshops held across the UK
** Sheep / Cattle / Horses / Donkeys / Goats/ Camelids and other species **
Bespoke all-day workshops
Parasite species and lifecycles
Learning what parasites might affect your animals and at what time of the year. Understanding the lifecycles of different worm species.
Sample collection and storage
How to collect faecal samples and store them correctly if not being analysed immediately.
How to carry out a faecal egg count
Prepping samples and learning how to use microscopes – it’s not as hard as you might imagine!
Identifying worm eggs and coccidia
Recognising different eggs and understanding the parasite burden of your animal. Knowing how to determine whether treatment is required.
Resistance
Resistance, the correct use of anthelmintics and the principles behind targeted, selective treatment. Checking for efficacy.
Ongoing support and advice
Comprehensive booklet containing all workshop information. Dedicated discussion group for workshop attendees – post photos and discuss findings.
