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Observing pregnant ewes could help with lambing management – study
"Observing changes in lying bouts and detecting contractions could assist farmers in monitoring parturition and ultimately enhancing sheep husbandry.” Monitoring...
Study to aid selective breeding in cattle
"If we can map which DNA regions directly impact gene activity, we can determine which genetic changes are most likely...
Animal abuse footage ‘inexcusable’, say cattle vets
"Farming is an industry that relies on the trust of consumers" – Elizabeth Barry, BCVA president. BCVA responds to a BBC Panorama documentary exploting...
Fresh insights into how how pig immune system fights flu
"These findings may prove to be crucial for the design of future vaccines against respiratory diseases" – Dr Elma Tchilian....
APHA launches avian influenza licensing service
The new service enables individuals to check the status of their application or download issued licences. Licence covers movement or...
Workshop to highlight smart tech for sheep farmers
The online event will highlight advanced technologies tailored to the needs of sheep farmers. Event will showcase solutions for grazing,...
Hartpury PhD student receives prestigious scholarship
Aisling’s study will consider bacterial infections, environmental and husbandry factors. Aisling Carroll will investigate the effects of probiotic use among...
Chicken research grants available for vet nurses and students
“Chickens are now a popular pet choice in the UK, which means it’s increasingly likely that one will be brought...
African Swine Fever confirmed in Italy
The Piedmont regional government has increased its surveillance of wild boars and hog farms. Discovery is “another huge geographical leap...
Stem cell approach ‘more ethical’ in pig infection study
"This novel technique could help improve understanding of how infectious agents interact with the immune system of farmed animals" –...