How to control ticks in cattle
Mary Nakirya
Ticks transmit many diseases to cattle,goats and sheep leading to heavy losses to the farmers.
Control them by getting 20 grams of dried tobacco leaves,add a pinch of water and keep for six hours. After that time, add 5 litres of water and spray on the affected animals. Also you may spray in the house for effective control.
Crushed tephrosia can also be used as a spray against ticks.
It is advisable to spray or deep once a week until no signs are seen.
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