By Blake Jackson
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, in partnership with the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension, has launched the 2026-2027 Parasite Patrol Tour, a multi-state educational program designed to help sheep and goat producers improve parasite management.
The tour began on August 4 and will stop in Outagamie County, Wisconsin, on Friday, September 25.
The workshop addresses one of the biggest challenges facing small ruminant producers parasite resistance to traditional deworming treatments.
Instead of relying on routine, calendar-based deworming, participants will learn science-based strategies that support healthier herds while reducing unnecessary treatment costs.
The Outagamie County session will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Osborn Town Hall, W3389 County Road EE, Seymour, Wisconsin. Registration costs $30.
During the hands-on workshop, attendees will learn how parasite life cycles affect livestock, recognize the causes of dewormer resistance, and perform fecal egg counting to make informed treatment decisions. These practical skills are intended to improve long-term flock and herd health while promoting more effective parasite control.
Participants are strongly encouraged to bring a fresh sheep or goat fecal sample collected within 24 hours of the event and kept refrigerated for use during the training exercises.
Advance registration is required for the September 25 workshop. Producers interested in attending can register online or contact Adam Hartfiel at 920-647-6560 for additional information.
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Categories: Wisconsin, Education, Livestock, Goats & Sheep