Chemvet Newsletter Spring 2026
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Dear Clients,
Welcome to our Spring newsletter!
I have an exciting team update to share – we are absolutely thrilled to introduce Kyella McKenna as the newest member of the Chemvet team! Kyella has taken over from Josh and brings a wealth of knowledge, passion and energy to the team. She is already up and about, and eager to help you navigate your animal health requirements.
Events in the pipeline
Make sure to come and say hello to Kyella and the rest of the team at our upcoming events! We will be at Henty Machinery Field Days from September 22nd to 24th, and the Australian National Field Days in Orange from 22nd to 24th October. We’re also very excited to be booked for ‘BEEF 2027’ in Rockhampton next May. As BEEF falls on the same week as Agfest in TAS, all of the team will be out and about at once, which will be a first in Chemvet history!
Fighting inflation pressure
Behind the scenes, the Chemvet team is working hard to fight this year’s inflation pressures that are affecting all faces of our industry. At the moment, we’re keeping most products at reliable Chemvet prices. However, as new batches of stock come through, like most businesses, we may need to make a few modest changes to the price list. Our priority is to maintain the highest standard of quality with our products and keep them cost-effective for you. The team also loves to add value to Chemvet’s service, so feel free to take advantage of subsidised worm testing services, free parasite management (and trace element) advice, as well as our extensive logistics network to get product to you when you need it.
New products
I would like to say thanks to all who have given our newest products ‘Vetmec Multi Plus B12’ and ‘Vetmec Doraguard’ an enormous amount of support. So much so, to keep up with demand, we are already into our third production batch of Vetmec Multi Plus B12! See over the page on the best times to treat with Multi Plus B12, it will definitely pay to be organised for your Spring treatments.
Here’s hoping for favourable Spring weather conditions across all our pastoral regions.
Have a fantastic, safe and productive Spring!
Kind regards,
Murray Grant & The Chemvet Team
Cattle News
Product Guide for Cattle Tick Control – Spring 2026
Controlling Cattle Tick (Rhipicephalus australis) is vital to preventing production loss from the effects of ticks and the blood-borne diseases they carry. Over the last five years, Chemvet has been committed to increasing our product offerings that have registered claims against Cattle Tick. Please see our options below.
As usual with regard to tick control, it’s important to start the season strong and on the front foot. Applying a long acting product, such as Vetmec LA or Vetmec Tickmaster Plus, in late spring/early summer BEFORE you see ticks on cattle, kills off the emerging ticks before they can start breeding. In doing so, there will be fewer ticks around at the peak of summer.
GIVE THE FRIENDLY TEAM A CALL TO PLACE YOUR ORDER! PH: 1800 243 683
Vetmec LA Long Acting Injection 500mL
$690 + GST
Spring Bulk Special!
Buy 6+ Packs: $660 + GST
Dose Rate: 1mL per 100kg
Protection Period: 51 days
Vetmec Doraguard Antiparasitic Injection
$165 + GST
Buy 10+ Packs: $155 + GST
Dose Rate: 1mL per 50kg
Protection Period: 28 days
Vetmec Tickmaster Plus Ivermectin Pour-On
15L: $1480 + GST
5L: $520 + GST
2.5L: $270 + GST
Dose Rate: 5mL per 50kg
Protection Period: Knockdown + Up to 12 weeks
10L: $660 + GST
2.5L: $260 + GST
Dose Rate: 1mL per 20kg
Protection Period: Knockdown treatment only
Vetmec F Broad Spectrum Antiparasitic Injection 500mL
$165 + GST
Dose Rate: 1mL per 50kg
Protection Period: Knockdown only
Supplementation Program with Vetmec Multi Plus B12
Get the best bang for your buck with Multi Plus B12 by following the suggested supplementation program. Each strategic treatment delivers important benefits for key management events (*note this is not a full list of benefits!).
Weaners: Every 3 months (or every 2 months in wet conditions), 4 weeks before first joining (heifers).
- Supports bone and muscle growth
- Improves energy metabolism*
- Embryo survival and udder function
- Prevents placental retention
Bulls: 3 months before joining, and at joining.
- Supports sperm production
- Maintains connective tissue
- Improves energy metabolism*
Cows: 4 weeks before joining, and 4 weeks before calving.
- Ensures embryo survival
- Supports udder function
- Improves energy metabolism
Calves: At marking and at weaning.
- Supports the immune system
- Vital for bone and muscle growth
- Important for DNA synthesis
Vetmec Multi Plus B12 Vitamin & Mineral Injection for Cattle 500mL
40g/L Zinc, 15g/L Copper, 5g/L Selenium and 2g/L Vitamin B12.
40% MORE VITAMIN B12 FOR LESS $$
$290 + GST
Buy 10+ Packs: $280 + GST
Free Injector & Needles with 10+ Packs
Sheep News
Strikemaster Extra Controls Fly for up to 29 Weeks!
Recent rains have set the spring up to suit a fly wave. With existing ground moisture or 2+ days of rainfall/heavy dews, when ground temperatures reach 15°C and ambient temperatures are between 17-28°C, fly eggs that have overwintered will begin to hatch and flies will start to emerge.
The 2nd and 3rd larval (maggot) stages of the Sheep Blowfly (Lucilia cuprina) cause 90% of flystrikes of sheep in Australia, as they are feeding on flesh. The active ingredient ‘dicyclanil’ in Vetmec Strikemaster Extra protects sheep from flystrike by killing 1st stage maggots before they molt to the 2nd ‘flesh eating’ stage.
In that way, Vetmec Strikemaster Extra provides up to 29 weeks of protection from flystrike. Perfect for protecting:
- Lamb marking wounds
- Rams during joining
- Body strike
- Breech strike
Remember to stay on top of worms control as well, because dags will attract flies! Use Vetmec LV and Vetmec Dual for a cost-effective triple-combination drench!
Vetmec Strikemaster Extra Spray-On Blowfly Prevention
Dicyclanil 65g/L
20L: $850 + GST
5L: $300 + GST
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Preparing for Weaning Spring Lambs
The weaning checklist is similar for lambs born any time of year and it centres around ensuring their bodies can handle the big change of living without the ewes. Below are our few key points to be thinking about during lambing, so you’re giving them the best start possible:
- Plan which paddocks you’ll put your lambs in after weaning, prioritising feed quality and low worm burdens, if possible.
- Organise treatments you’ll give them at weaning, including clostridial vaccines, drench and fly control.
- Decide if the weaned lambs will need any supplementary feed to meet growing energy, protein or fibre needs.
Give the team a call on 1800 243 683 to organise delivery of your products for weaning!
Vetmec LV Plus Selenium with Added Mineral Mix 10L
Abamectin 2g/L, Selenium 1g/L, Copper 4.2g/L, Zinc 1.2g/L, Iodine 2g/L, Cobalt 0.4g/L
$250 + GST
Vetmec Dual Oral Drench for Sheep & Lambs 10L
Albendazole 34g/L, Levamisole 70g/L
$250 + GST
Mix the two together and dose at 2mL per 10kg – a 30kg weaner lamb will need 6mL of the mixture. If you buy 10L of each drench, you’ll have 3,300 weaner doses at your disposal.
FAQ’s – Vetmec Bodyguard Pour-On Lousicide
When is the vest time to apply Vetmec Bodyguard to treat for/prevent lice?
Applying Vetmec Bodyguard within 24 hours of shearing provides the best protection, however it will be effective when applied within 7 days of shearing.
Can I treat lambs with Vetmec Bodyguard?
Yes, if the lambs are less than 2 months old. Once lambs are older than 2 months, they need to be shorn before application.
What is the withholding period?
Meat = 21 days
Export Slaughter Interval = 63 days
Does Vetmec Bodyguard wash off with heavy rain?
The efficacy of Vetmec Bodyguard is not affected by moderate rainfall before or after treatment, including:
- 50mm in the hour before treatment (yes, Bodyguard can be applied on wet sheep)
- 12mm falling in the 2 hours after treatment
- 25mm falling in the 24 hours after treatment
Vetmec Bodyguard Pour-On Lousicide 20L
Imidacloprid 35g/L
$340 + GST
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Chemvet Newsletter Spring 2026 New Face – Kyella!
It’s been a while since we welcomed an entirely new face to the team and we are excited! Kyella McKenna joins us as our Sales & Technical Manager. She’ll be making the rounds on the road, visiting customers and heading to field days. With a strong dairy background, Kyella is excited to get amongst the beef and sheep industrues, and the rest of the team is keen to hone their dairy knowledge.
Got a question or want to chat with Kyella?
Phone: 0407 660 484
Email: kmckenna@chemvet.com.au
Out & About – Chemvet Newsletter Spring 2026
The year is going quickly, and it’s been great getting the tent and the flags out at our usual shows. This year, we’re excited to announce that we’re heading to the Australian National Field Days in Orange, NSW! Keep an eye on the social media and your emails for where our site will be!
Upcoming events:
- Henty Machinery Field Days, NSW, September 22-24 (Site 383, Block K)
- Australian National Field Days, Orange, NSW October 22-24 (Site D53)