Researchers are trialling new methods of controlling fly-strike, in sheep. 

Scientists from the University of Queensland are working on nano-capsule particles, with surface spikes, which can release insecticides over extended periods. 

Rural reporter Rhiannon Soliman-Marron caught up with head of the project, Doctor Peter James, to find out more. 

Researchers are trialling new methods of controlling fly-strike, in sheep. 
Scientists from the University of Queensland are working on nano-capsule particles, with surface spikes, which can release insecticides over extended periods. 
Rural reporter Rhiannon Soliman-Marron caught up with head of the project, Doctor Peter James, to find out more.

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