Reviewed guidance published July 2024
This guidance aims to provide the owners and managers of land with a population of red grouse with:
- Sufficient understanding of the issues to make an informed decision about whether or not to implement a worm control programme
- An understanding of the Veterinary process for medicated grit prescription
- Sufficient knowledge to carry out disease control in a legal, responsible and sustainable manner
Red grouse is a wild bird and intervention through medication should only be considered after careful consideration of the risks, costs and potential benefits.