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MRSA found in British pork

MRSA found in British pork

The discovery has sparked fears MRSA could turn into a major problem. Food experts play down scare British produced pork...

Survey reveals farmer attitudes towards livestock antibiotics

Survey reveals farmer attitudes towards livestock antibiotics

Vets sometimes feel pressured to prescribe antibiotics, even if farmers don’t mean to pressure them. Dairy farmers say antibiotics could...

Researchers call for action on zoonotic TB

Researchers call for action on zoonotic TB

TB is of particular concern in low and middle-income countries, where people live in close contact with livestock. Proposals follow...

Farmers urged to vaccinate store lambs

Farmers urged to vaccinate store lambs

Farmers are being urged to check the status of bought-in store lambs and revaccinate if in doubt. Autumn brings peak...

Computer 'can spot food poisoning bacteria'

Computer ‘can spot food poisoning bacteria’

The team predicted less than 10 per cent of the E. coli O157 cattle strains are likely to have the...

Government responds to AMR report

Government responds to AMR report

"It’s encouraging that the response also emphasised the need for all health sectors to play their part in ensuring positive...

Completing the virtuous CPD circle

Farm vet Mel McPherson demonstrates the value of training and CPD for clients, students and new graduates.  ...

How to prevent on-farm injuries

The top ten most common scenarios and how injuries can be avoided.  ...

Cattle insecticide could reduce risk of leishmaniasis, study finds

Cattle insecticide could reduce risk of leishmaniasis, study finds

Leishmaniasis is transmitted by sand flies. Researchers assess efficacy of Fipronil The cattle insecticide fipronil could reduce leishmaniasis risk in...

Campaign calls for clear food labelling

Campaign calls for clear food labelling

The majority of European consumers are confused by current labelling which often does not allow them to gauge animal welfare...