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New York police rescue 3,000 birds in state’s largest ever cockfighting case
New York police have rescued up to 3,000 birds and made nine arrests in the state’s largest ever cockfighting case. Nine...
“Flooding is not the fault of sheep”
The National Sheep Association said claims sheep farming was to blame for recent flooding, were "unfounded and irresponsible." National Sheep...
Nominations open for world young poultry vet of the year
The winner of the young poultry veterinary surgeon of the year award, will be presented with their prize at the...
Sheep farmers warned to watch their lambs’ weight
EBLEX has warned sheep farmers to be careful to make sure their animals do not get over fat, to ensure...
Royal Veterinary College moves to instil confidence in food market
The RVC course will explain intensive livestock systems. Free online course will explain intensive livestock systems With consumer confidence "at...
Bolster defences against ASF, warns NPA chief
African swine fever is highly contagious and often fatal in pigs, with mortality rates as high as 100 per cent....
Persistent bTB herds to benefit from new approach
The new approach aims to boost support for farmers working toward OTF status. AHVLA to provide enhanced management to support farmers...
Research into the diet of broiler breeder chickens
The feeding of broiler breeder chickens is a welfare concern around the world. Study will look into behaviour and brain...
Boosting knowledge of medicine use in food production
A film aimed at the food industry helps to raise awareness of the concerns consumers have. New films by NOAH...
Rise in overfat cows could cause calving problems
Farmers are advised to put overfat cows on a well balanced, straw-based diet, to help them slim down prior to...