Animal Health
Low pathogenic bird flu case confirmed in Dumfries and Galloway
Low pathogenic bird flu has been confirmed in Dumfries and Galloway, with farmers and keepers urged to remain vigilant of further cases. Avian…
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New safety campaign urges farmers to be aware of lead poisoning
A new safety campaign is urging farmers to be aware of lead poisoning and the devastating impact this can have their businesses as well as consumers…
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Case of atypical BSE confirmed on a farm in Cornwall
A single case of atypical Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) has been confirmed on a farm in Cornwall, the government has said. The animal, which…
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Anglesey farmers receive bTB advice amid 'concern' at rising incidence
Farmers on Anglesey will receive new advice to help keep bovine TB at bay as concern grows over the recent rise in incidence and prevalence. Data…
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Housing and feeding changes lift dairy farm's calf health
Making key changes to calf housing and feeding protocols is helping a Pembrokeshire dairy farm improve youngstock health. When Parc y Morfa Farms Ltd…
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King Charles praises scientists at APHA's Weybridge site for bird flu work
King Charles will praise scientists and researchers at the Animal Plant and Health Agency (APHA) for their 'remarkable' work in tackling the UK's…
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Study seeks 160 participants to investigate bTB in farm workers
Researchers are seeking 160 participants for a new study investigating bovine tuberculosis in farm workers. Scientists at the University of Bristol…
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Watchdog finds 'competition concerns' over UK veterinary firm merger
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has highlighted concerns over Eville & Jones' acquisition of Vorenta, as it could mean costlier and lower…
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All poultry keepers to register with Defra under new bird flu plan
All poultry keepers may soon have to officially register their birds as part of efforts to tackle the UK's worst ever outbreak of avian influenza…
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BVD figures recorded at an all-time low in NI
The number of living BVD positive animals in Northern Ireland is at its lowest since an industry eradication programme began in 2016, figures show…
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