Animal Health
Veterinary associations urge vigilance following Bluetongue risk
The British Veterinary Association (BVA), the British Cattle Veterinary Association (BCVA), the Sheep Veterinary Society (SVS) and the Goat…
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AI – are backyard flocks a threat?
As FarmingUK reported last month there have been have been a series of AI outbreaks in France recently. A total of 69 outbreaks have occurred in the…
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Training becomes critical as more dairy farms adopt selective dry cow therapy
Training in the correct procedures around drying off and in teat sealant administration will be critically important as the number of UK dairy farms…
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Farmers urged to remain vigiliant over Bluetongue risk
Farmers are being urged to monitor their stock carefully and report any clinical signs of disease immediately following the ongoing presence of…
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Antimicrobial resistance on the rise in the European Union
Bacteria in humans, food and animals continue to show resistance to the most widely used antimicrobials, says the latest report on antimicrobial…
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Views sought on possible 'tail docking' exemption for working dogs
A consultation on whether to introduce a tightly-defined exemption to Scotland’s dog tail docking ban has been launched today. Views are being sought…
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Countryside Alliance urges anyone with information on Derbyshire bird crime to contact police
As a member of the Partnership for Action Against Wildlife Crime (UK), the Countryside Alliance has joined Derbyshire Constabulary in calling on…
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Real grass-fed beef and lamb certification mark approved
The ‘Pasture for Life’ Certification Mark, operated by the Pasture-Fed Livestock Association (PFLA), has been approved by the Intellectual Property…
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European Commission welcomes 'clear and simple' guidelines to assess welfare of equidae for transport
Today the European Commission welcomed the publication of practical guidelines on assessing the fitness for transport of equidae (horses, ponies…
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RSPCA Assured launches new advertising campaign
A TV advert - featuring the voice of actor John Hurt - will be shown during popular programmes including Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch and Come Dine With…
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