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Omagh laboratory to remain open
"The Omagh facility is of paramount importance. Without it vast areas to the west of the province would be left...
Scientists test eggs as alternative to antibiotics
Fed with antibody-filled eggs, the chickens fared just as well as those given traditional antibiotics. Trials with livestock prove successful...
Badger persecution ‘does not reduce TB’
"Badger persecution over a very broad area does not appear to reduce the risk for cattle – further it is...
New terms for NI vets who carry out TB tests
Current veterinary inspectors will soon receive a letter to inform them of the change in their appointment status. PVPs become...
Restrictions lifted following avian flu case
The restrictions have been lifted 30 days after the premises were disinfected and cleaned – the earliest point allowed under...
Milk prices: retail giants agree to pay more
Low milk prices have seen farmers protesting in supermarkets across the UK. Morrisons, Aldi, Asda and Lidl announce latest moves...
Irish minister calls for EU action on milk prices
Liz Truss acknowledged that dairy farmers in the north are facing a "unique and extreme set of circumstances". Liz Truss...
Morrisons launches ‘Milk for Farmers’
NFU president Meurig Raymond said the new milk brand is a "welcome first step". New brand offers farmers an extra...
No such thing as ‘teacup’ pigs, stresses charity
Websites listing pigs as ‘teacup’ or micro pigs are giving people a false impression. Pig-lovers duped by online sellers Pig-lovers...
Strong opposition to surveillance centre closure
Respondents felt that the retention of the facility was important 'insurance' for livestock health in the area. Vets 'not prepared'...