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AI test using new biomarkers provides Johne's disease breakthrough
A new AI-empowered testing method for early disease detection has been developed, showing 73% sensitivity and 71% specificity in identifying Johne’s…
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Mandatory labelling on meat and dairy products needed, RSPCA says
Mandatory labelling on meat and dairy products must be rolled out as consumers are being denied the chance to make informed choices, according to the…
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Cornish herd wins national Holstein UK Premier Herd title
Cornwall-based Wills Brothers Ltd of the Willsbro herd have been crowned the winners of the 2023 Holstein UK Premier Herd competition. The Wills…
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MPs and peers highlight importance of UK's native livestock breeds
The importance of native breeds of livestock to a sustainable future for UK farming and land management has been highlighted by parliamentarians. A…
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General licence introduced for TB movement a 'win win'
Defra and the Welsh government have announced the introduction of a general licence to cover the movement of TB restricted cattle following industry…
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New livestock report informs debate about nitrogen use efficiency
The critical value of nitrogen in delivering sustainable and circular food systems has been looked at in a new report aimed at the livestock sector…
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Five new agri-food attachés hope to boost exports worldwide
Defra has announced plans for the appointment of five new agri-food attachés who will work to boost the UK’s agri-food exports. The UK now has 16…
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More than 21,000 people call for 'buy British' tabs on retailer websites
More than 21,000 people have signed an open letter calling for supermarkets to back farmers by adding ‘buy British’ tabs to their websites. The…
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1,000kg of milk solids per cow a 'realistic target' farmers
One thousand kg of milk solids per cow per year is an obtainable goal for some farmers as they face price volatility and environmental pressure, a…
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New licence aims to simplifying moving cattle from TB restricted holdings
A new general licence will launch next month to make it easier to move cattle from TB restricted holdings, allowing greater flexibility while…
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