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Farmers warned of Nematodirus
Young lambs at grass in the spring are at risk of developing fatal scour due to Nematodirus infection. Young lambs...
More time needed to consider TB testing contracts
One of the biggest concerns raised by practices is the short time frame in which to consider the impact of...
Millions of hens to be culled after AI outbreak
Outbreaks in a number of states have resulted in the loss of over one million chickens and turkeys since January....
Supermarkets back British pork
Supermarkets are supporting British pork despite the availabilty of cheaper produce from the continent. Retailers shun cheap imports for domestic...
New grant for Welsh livestock markets
The grant forms part of a comprehensive range of measures set out by the Welsh government to control TB in...
Farmers still concerned over bTB testing changes
"Farmers remain concerned about how the changes will impact on their ability to continue to use their own vet." Changes...
Flock health planning and improving engagement with sheep farmers
This article is designed for veterinary surgeons and farm animal support staff wishing to provide increased veterinary services to their...
Novel blood test for sheep scab
"By using this new test it is now possible to detect the infection much earlier, at the sub-clinical stage." New...
Environmental stress linked to costly pig disease
For the first time, scientists have shown that environmental stress can cause a pig disease that costs UK farmers millions...
Study to ‘significantly improve’ pig welfare
Pig Herd lameness is a serious welfare and economic problem in the UK. Researchers look for markers to help predict...