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Five sentenced after cattle theft uncovered by DNA tests
An organised cattle theft involving five men — including a farmer — has led to sentencing after DNA evidence exposed the crime. The case highlights…
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Cattle TB cases fall — but 11,000 animals still culled in a year
New cattle TB cases have fallen across Great Britain, but more than 11,000 animals were still slaughtered last year, underlining the ongoing impact…
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Farm relief as QMS postpones Scotch cattle eligibility changes
Quality Meat Scotland has delayed a major cattle eligibility change until later this summer, easing pressure on farmers during one of the busiest…
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Farmers warned: vaccinate now or face bluetongue fertility losses
Farmers are being urged to act now and vaccinate cattle against bluetongue before the full impact of the disease hits herds later this year. Industry…
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UK farmers on alert as foot and mouth case confirmed in Greece
UK farmers are being urged to remain on high alert after a case of foot and mouth disease (FMD) was confirmed in Greece. The outbreak, identified on…
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More than 20% hike in vet inspection fees sparks abattoir concerns
Rising inspection charges from the Food Standards Agency (FSA) could place further strain on the UK’s struggling abattoir sector, livestock groups…
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Wales unlikely to meet 2041 TB-free target without change, says NFU Cymru
NFU Cymru has backed calls for a “step change” in Wales’ bovine TB eradication strategy, warning current measures are not on track to eliminate the…
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New strategy unveiled to boost Welsh lamb and beef industry
Wales’ red meat industry has unveiled a new four-year strategy aimed at boosting sales, strengthening sustainability and expanding the global…
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Cattle trampling case sparks renewed safety warning for farmers
Farmers are being warned about their duty of care after a dog walker was trampled by cattle in a case that led to prosecution by the Health and…
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Bluetongue measures lifted as livestock trade restarts across Irish border
Livestock trade across the Irish border is set to resume after new bluetongue measures were agreed by authorities in Northern Ireland and the…
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