Get expert answers for lamb abortion questions
Do you have questions on dealing with deformed lambs this season or queries on causes of abortion? If so, join our live web chat on Wednesday 30 January to get your questions answered.
It’s easy to get involved – just visit FWi between 6.30pm and 7.30pm and you’ll be able to take part in a live online discussion with vet Peter Aitken from the Westpoint Vet Group.
Many producers will be faced with higher-than-normal abortions this season following exposure to the Schmallenberg virus. However, farmers should not be too quick to blame the disease and ensure abortion material is tested to establish the true cause of the problem.
If you have questions over why you are seeing abortion, Mr Aitken may be able to help.
If you can’t make the discussion, send your questions to aly.balsom@rbi.co.uk and we’ll get your query answered for you.
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