Animal Health
New bluetongue case in Norfolk brings total number to 27
Defra has announced a new case of bluetongue in Norfolk's temporary control zone (TCZ), bringing the total number to 27 since last month's outbreak…
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Bluetongue: Designation confirmed for ABP Guildford abattoir
A designation has been confirmed for the ABP Guildford abattoir to accept animals for slaughter from the Temporary Control Zone (TCZ) in Kent. This…
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Defra confirms 22 bluetongue cases but 'no evidence' virus is circulating
New cases of bluetongue have brought the total number to 22 since the initial outbreak last month, but there is still 'no evidence' the virus is…
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Animal Health
Welsh farm union welcomes outcome of bTB policy discussions
A policy proposal which would have prohibited the feeding of unpasteurised milk to livestock on officially TB withdrawn (OFTW) premises has been…
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New cases of bluetongue in Kent brings total number to 14
Farmers are being told to remain vigilant after a further three cases of bluetongue in cattle were identified in Kent, bringing the total number to…
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Activists launch new attempt to put end to fast-growing broiler chickens
A legal challenge over the use of fast-growing broiler chickens will return to court in April 2024 after a previous attempt failed. The chicken…
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Animal Health
New penalty of £5,000 for animal health and welfare offences
New legislation will introduce the option to issue fixed penalty notices for a range of animal health and welfare related offences. From 1 January…
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Bluetongue spreads to Norfolk as Defra confirms virus in sheep
A case of bluetongue has been detected in sheep in Norfolk, marking a leap in the virus since it was first detected in Kent nearly a month ago. The…
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New test detects antibodies raised against Ostertagia
A new test that detects antibodies raised against cattle parasite Ostertagia ostertagi on bulk tank milk and milk samples is being offered. NI-based…
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New case of bluetongue in Kent brings total number to eight
The government has confirmed an eighth case of bluetongue within Kent's expanded temporary control zone (TCZ). Following active surveillance in the…
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