Animal Health
Dairy herds facing 'perfect storm' of mycotoxin risk this winter
With the maize harvest delayed across much of the country this autumn, the threat from mycotoxins could be even higher than usual, warns Dr Derek…
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Producer speaks out about devastating impact of avian influenza
The owner of a Lancashire egg business devastated by an outbreak of avian influenza has spoken about the effect on himself and his business. Dave…
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Government must back genetic improvement to livestock farming, says union
Industry and government must get behind Agri-Food Strategy Board's genomics initiative to bring more science to livestock breeding, according to…
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BVA President highlights the power of partnership working in speech at Stormont
Northern Ireland’s animal health and welfare initiatives place a spotlight on the power of partnership, said British Veterinary Association (BVA)…
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Controlling bovine TB extends 'beyond badgers', as larger herds increase risk
Controlling bovine TB extends beyond 'simply excluding badgers' as larger herds along with other methods of intensive farming are leading to a higher…
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Vigilance required over high parasite risk this winter
The risk of clinical disease and production losses in cattle and sheep from fluke and parasitic worms will remain high in many areas over the winter…
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Reforms needed to modernise and simplify legal framework for protecting and managing wildlife
In a report published on Tuesday 10 November the Law Commission recommends reforms to modernise and simplify the law regulating wildlife and create a…
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Acorn poisoning warning issued to livestock owners
Acorns fall from oak trees between September and November, and are an important source of food for many birds and some mammals, such as squirrels…
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Light leaf spot disease risk high for a second year, says forecast
The autumn light leaf spot (LLS) forecast predicts a high risk of disease for the 2015–16 season for most of the UK. Hosted by Rothamsted Research…
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Defra questioned on poultry welfare in new slaughter regulations
Urgent questions have been asked about Defra over their new slaughter regulations for England that are due to come into force on Thursday. Although…
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