Animal Health
Seven principles for future British farm assurance schemes launched
The veterinary industry has developed seven guiding principles for any future British farm assurance scheme. Farm assurance schemes enable customers…
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Farmers to promote 'liquid gold' properties of colostrum in new antibiotic campaign
British farmers are using February to promote the "liquid gold" properties of colostrum in reducing the need for antibiotics in livestock and…
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Poultry keepers urged to be 'extra vigilant' following AIPZ implementation
Restrictions have been extended across the whole of England after avian influenza was discovered in more wild birds. Last week the UK's Chief Vet…
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West Oxfordshire councillors back balloon and lantern ban
The release of sky lanterns and helium balloons from West Oxfordshire District Council land could be banned after Cabinet members backed the…
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Smart device can automatically detect sheep lameness
A new smart wearable device that can automatically detect lameness in sheep is being developed by veterinary researchers and technology experts…
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UK animal health sector speaks of 'growing uncertainty' about future
Animal health businesses are becoming "increasingly concerned" about the future of the sector post-Brexit, according to the industry. National Office…
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Avian Influenza Prevention Zone declared after new bird flu outbreak
The government are imposing a national Avian Influenza Prevention Zone throughout England after being alerted to a large scale wild bird death…
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High risk areas for liver fluke predicted for parts of Wales, Scotland and Cornwall
West Wales, North, West and Central Scotland and Cornwall have been predicted to be high risk areas for liver fluke this winter. Due to higher than…
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Marks and Spencer commits to improving chicken welfare in new pledge
Retailer Marks and Spencer has committed to improving chicken welfare and has pledged to meet new requirements. New welfare standards for broiler…
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Poultry keepers told to be 'extra cautious' as Defra expects more bird flu cases
Strict restrictions have been put in place in part of Dorset following an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in wild birds. Bird flu has…
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