Animal Health
Bird flu confirmed on turkey farm in south Lincolnshire
Bird flu has been confirmed on a turkey farm in south Lincolnshire, just days after the government lowered the risk level of the disease. Highly…
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RSPCA Assured unveils new welfare standards for laying hens
RSPCA Assured has unveiled new welfare standards for laying hens to be introduced next year, with farmers to be given up to six years to implement…
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Bluetongue confirmed in cow on farm near Canterbury
A case of Bluetongue has been confirmed in a cow on a farm near Canterbury, with farmers being urged to be 'extremely vigilant' for signs of the…
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Fox cable restraint ban 'a dark day' for Scottish farmers and gamekeepers
Rural campaigners have slammed the Scottish government's confirmation that it will ban humane cable restraints used to control fox populations to…
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Avian influenza wild bird risk downgraded to 'medium'
The government has reduced the avian influenza risk in wild birds from high to medium, but poultry keepers have been told to remain vigilant for…
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Government communication 'hampering' bird flu outbreak, study warns
Confusion over government guidelines is preventing poultry farmers and keepers from complying with UK avian influenza regulations, researchers warn…
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Government's live export ban 'bad news' for the home market
The government's intention to ban live exports is 'bad news' for the home market, the industry has warned amid fears that farmers may see lower…
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King's Speech: Government commits to end live exports of animals
The government has committed to end the live exports of animals from Great Britain for slaughter or fattening, despite warnings from the industry…
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New vaccine launched to improve control of bovine respiratory disease
A new bovine coronavirus vaccine from has launched, offering farmers the opportunity to improve control of bovine respiratory disease (BRD). Bovilis…
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Beware of sheep and cattle parasites this autumn, farmers told
Although the early autumn warm weather has led to an extended grazing period, farmers are being told to be vigilant for increased parasite burdens…
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