FAMACHA & Fecal Testing
Improve goat health via farm-based internal parasite testing!
Service Description
A significant part of producing excellent fiber is related to animal health. This class will include an overview of FAMACHA, provide background information on sheep and goat internal parasites, demonstrate how to collect fecal samples and perform Fecal Egg Count (FEC) Testing, and time for each student to perform FEC Testing with collected samples. All materials to perform the testing will be provided during the class. Electronic handouts will include a FEC test procedure and equipment list, training images for parasite identification, and additional information on parasite monitoring and control. Information on purchasing FEC test materials and equipment will be provided to students before and during the class.
Upcoming Sessions
Contact Details
46167 Hwy 242, Myrtle Point, OR, USA
(541) 435-4320
melibranfarms@gmail.com