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Bluetongue could spread across UK as year progresses, sheep sector warns
The sheep sector has warned that bluetongue virus could spread across the UK as the year progresses, despite the government relaxing rules from this…
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Incidents involving livestock number one cause of farm-related deaths
Incidents involving livestock were the number one cause of work-related deaths on British farms last year, the UK's safety watchdog has said…
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Bluetongue: Temporary Control Zones to be lifted next week
Temporary Control Zones (TCZs) set up in Kent and Norfolk to curb the spread of bluetongue will be lifted next week, Defra has confirmed. From Monday…
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Bluetongue's temporary control zones in Kent and Norfolk to be lifted
Kent and Norfolk's temporary control zones (TCZs) set up following an outbreak of bluetongue earlier this winter will 'shortly be lifted'. The UK’s…
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Welsh beef and sheep farmers urged to join innovative grass production project
Beef and sheep farmers in Wales have been invited to join an innovative grass production project before the upcoming deadline in one week's time…
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'Absolutely traumatic': Loose dog kills 45 sheep on Dartmoor farm
An out-of-control dog has mauled 45 sheep to death on a Dartmoor farm, with police urging for information following the devastating attack. Thirteen…
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'Vigilance key' to keeping livestock healthy from Schmallenberg virus
Livestock farmers are being urged to remain vigilant for signs of Schmallenberg virus (SBV) in their flocks and herds as cases continue to rise. The…
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Long term resilience of UK farming will be challenged, AHDB warns
Long term resilience of UK farming will be 'challenged' amid cumulative inflationary pressure and the ongoing impact of the cost of living on…
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Sheep sector welcomes improved police powers to tackle dog attacks
The sheep sector has welcomed steps taken toward tougher punishments for the crime of livestock worrying by dogs. Following updated legislation, the…
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New project seeks to make health improvement to Wales' sheep flock
A new project led by the Wales Veterinary Science Centre seeks to make improvements in sheep health and welfare by improving disease control. The…
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