Tools
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SubscribeLiceBoss Tools are a series of interactive decision support modules that allow you to enter farm-specific data and get answers applicable to your property and particular management circumstances.
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Special thanks goes to Brian Horton, Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture, University of Tasmania, for development of and ongoing improvements to the LiceBoss tools.
The LiceBoss Treatment Decision Guide will assist your decision on whether existing, introduced or stray sheep should receive a lice treatment and it describes the type of treatment and associated management practices recommended by LiceBoss, plus links to detailed information on treatments. Read More
Displays a list of registered products available for lice and flystrike control. Read More
Helps to choose a treatment strategy when lice are found in pregnant ewes or ewes that have lambs at foot. Read More
Helps to determine the best course of action when lice are found more than 6 weeks after shearing. Read More
Assesses dipping, showering and backline application methods and helps to identify faults in technique and possible causes of a treatment failure. Read More
Helps to determine whether rubbing is due to lice or some other cause. Read More
Assists in deciding whether or not to treat for lice at or soon after shearing. It can also help identify potential sources of infestation and assist the design of a lice biosecurity plan. Read More
Estimates the pesticide residue concentration likely in the wool at the next shearing after application of chemicals for lice or flystrike control. Read More
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