Ringworm Farming Note

Ringworm is a fungal zoonotic skin disease, which affects skin, hair and nails. It is highly contagious, with cattle being the most susceptible farm animal. Whilst not a serious illness, ringworm is indicative of a weak immune status and its presence should prompt you to look at the nutrition status of your youngstock.

This Farming Note covers:

• What is ringworm?
• Spread of the disease
• Preventing ringworm infection
• Treating ringworm

Issued September 2010.

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