With dairy cows mid-lactation, Eprinomectin is our only non-milk withdrawal dose available and it is vital we protect its efficiency by using it sparingly, writes Hazell Mullins

Other EU countries have enforced this law since 2007, when Ireland received a derogation as there was no scientific evidence of resistance; this situation has changed dramatically.

Unlike stomach worms, for which selective targeted treatment can be used in some instances, lungworm is better treated as a whole group due to its complicated immunity story, advises farm vet Hazell Mullins.

Many vets leave clinical practice before they are eight years qualified, and this needs to change, writes Irish Examiner Farming columnist Hazell Mullins.

Farm vets are usually on the farm when things are not going well and we meet farmers on their worst days and many times we are that person that the farmer opens up to.

'Be Prepared' comes to mind when calving season comes around

Last week was busy with Dad away on his holidays in Dingle but I can confirm the farm is still standing.  The cow's cough is improving, it will take a week to 10 days for it to settle.

Unfortunately, there is no silver bullet for pneumonia prevention.

Last week as I received an unexpected message from a farmer that I used to be their vet for many years, wishing me well on my marriage but also asking a favour.

There is so much talk about mixed species swards, it’s time to talk about mixed species grazing and the risks that need to be kept in mind