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Bird flu risk updated as another ill with new strain
New H7N9 cases are being reported daily in China, while the H10N8 strain is reported to have been contracted by...
Pig farmers urged to review biosecurity
Pig producers have been warned to protect herds from devastating diseases. Warning issued as diseases spread to new countries Pig...
Pig health scheme is extended for a year
BPEX has extended its Pig Health Scheme for a year while a replacement Food Standards Agency scheme is devised. Decision while...
Trapped calf finally rescued after five days
The young dexter calf had been grazing on the cliff top when a large landslip caused her to fall. Young...
Scientific submissions sought for international cattle conference
The British Cattle Veterinary Associaton international M.bovis conference takes place in June. TB control, innovation and epidemiology among topics for...
First case of BSE in Germany since 2009
Health officials in Germany say the affected carcass has been destroyed and did not enter the food chain. Animal tests...
AHVLA hosts event for potential suppliers of postmortem services
Supplier day offers a forum for providers to learn more about requirements Potential suppliers of postmortem examination services have the...
Sheep diet focus for new research
Projects look at alternative protein sources to replace SBM New research projects will examine whether alternative protein sources could replace...
Research helps livestock herders cope with climate change
The ILRI films indicate the ways research can make a difference to African livestock herders. ILRI releases films on its research-based...
RSPCA calls for all farm animals to be stunned before slaughter
The RSPCA is calling for all farm animals to be stunned before slaughter. It comes ahead of a House of...