Animal Health
UK scientists find new ways of developing vaccines to tackle poultry virus
British scientists have developed a new approach to designing vaccines for one of the sector's biggest challenges, a highly contagious poultry…
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On-farm trials for bovine TB vaccine move on to next phase
On-farm trials for a cattle vaccine and new skin test for bovine TB are set to move to the next phase, government vets have announced. Farmers and…
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Concern over growing unreliability of routine wormer treatments
Cattle farmers are being encouraged to vaccinate their animals before turnout, amid growing concerns that routine wormer treatments are no longer…
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Research warns of 'serious consequences' of poor colostrum storage
New on-farm research is highlighting the 'serious unintended consequences' of poor colostrum storage and equipment hygiene. The vast majority (80%)…
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Farmers urged to consider pre-lambing treatments this year
Animal health experts are encouraging sheep producers across the UK to consider their pre-lambing worming treatments this year. A targeted approach…
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New 'battle bluetongue' campaign urges farmers to vaccinate flocks
Farmers are being urged to consult their vet about vaccinating their herd or flock against bluetongue this spring as part of the new 'battle…
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Disease concern as banned 'bushmeat' being sold for home delivery
Banned ‘bushmeat’ smuggled into the UK is being sold for home delivery via social media, as concerns continue to rise over the amount of illegal meat…
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Bluetongue vaccines approved for emergency use in Wales
Three bluetongue vaccines have been approved for emergency use in Wales, with an online general licence to be made available in March. Welsh…
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Dairy farmer launches 'CowRecovery' to improve 'down' cow welfare
A dairy farmer and farm vet have joined forces to launch a new device to improve management, health and welfare of ‘down’ cows, as well as staff…
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Concern raised after 600kg of illegal meat seized in NI
Concerns have been raised after Northern Irish port authorities seized around 600kg of illegal meat that was smuggled into port on the Stranraer…
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