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New blood test developed for the detection of Bovine TB
A new blood test to detect Mycobacteria in blood has been developed by a team at The University of Nottingham. Led by Dr Cath Rees, an expert in…
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Livestock sold through markets hits ten year high
The number of store and breeding stock sold through livestock markets continued to rise in 2015 – up nearly a quarter of a million on the previous 12…
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Efficiency and profitability focus in new livestock care guide
For cattle and sheep farmers striving to maximise efficiency and productivity, a new livestock care guide has been published by The Allflex UK Group…
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Act now on 'mid-summer rise' in sheep and the threat of lungworm in cattle
The latest NADIS Parasite Forecast sponsored by Merial Animal Health highlights the importance of taking an integrated approach to parasite control…
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Reduce the volume of milk, EU experts urge
A rapid reduction in the volume of milk on a European level is needed, according to experts in the EU Parliament's Committee on Agriculture and Rural…
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Choice of cow type differs from the norm at Newford Farm
Hundreds of farmers gathered at Newford Suckler Demonstration Farm in Athenry, County Galway for an Open Day showcasing the achievements and…
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Brexit could damage NI farmers' trade agreements, says report
Northern Ireland farmers could have the possibility of tariffs being introduced on agricultural produce if the UK voted to leave the European Union…
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Medication for livestock 'should be as little as possible'
The amount of medication used in livestock production systems should be as little as possible but as much as required to safeguard the health and…
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Welsh dairy industry continues downturn as farm to sell 700 cattle
The dairy price downturn continues as over 700 dairy cattle belonging to a large farm in Pembrokeshire are to be sold after 40 years in operation…
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Cattle prices rising, says IFA
Cattle supplies are tightening and the base price for both steers and heifers is rising, according to Irish Farm Association National Livestock…
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