Animal Health
Vast majority of on-farm vaccine fridges failing to keep cool, survey finds
The vast majority of farm fridges are storing vaccines at the wrong temperature, putting livestock health at risk and prompting urgent calls for…
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New UK-EU trade deal raises biosecurity fears amid illegal meat imports
The UK risks a surge in illegal meat imports and devastating animal disease outbreaks unless border checks are upheld under the new UK-EU trade deal…
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New AI-driven test targets 'silent killer' in UK cattle
A pioneering new diagnostic approach could revolutionise the fight against Johne’s disease - dubbed the 'silent killer' for its ability to spread…
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Bluetongue restricted zone extended to cover Lancashire
The bluetongue restricted zone has been extended to include Lancashire and the remaining areas of North Yorkshire, as the disease spreads further…
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Essex farm confirms atypical BSE case, officials reassure consumers
A rare case of atypical bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) has been confirmed on an Essex farm—but officials insist there’s no risk to public…
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Bird flu confirmed in backyard flock in Dorset
Bird flu has been confirmed in a backyard flock in Dorset, prompting the implementation of a 3km controlled zone to help contain the outbreak. Highly…
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Animal Health
High Court to hear legal challenge over badger cull licences
A legal challenge brought by wildlife activists against Natural England’s decision to issue badger culling licences has been granted permission to…
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Updated shearing guidance aims to safeguard flock health this season
Sheep farmers are being urged to take shared responsibility with shearers to minimise the risk of disease during this year’s shearing season, as new…
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Foot-and-mouth controls eased on German imports but EU ban remains
The UK government has now officially recognised Germany as free from foot-and-mouth (FMD) without vaccination, following a case of the disease near…
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Risk of blowfly strike rises to 'red alert' for three regions
Farmers in three areas of the UK are being urged to take early preventative measures as the risk of blowfly strike rises to 'red alert' status. Sheep…
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