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DNA study offers fresh insights into pig muscle growth

DNA study offers fresh insights into pig muscle growth

The findings could be used to predict muscle growth in developing pigs. Researchers hope their findings will help to support...

Welsh government introduces One Health focus

Welsh government introduces One Health focus

The new plan prioritises disease prevention, disease eradication, welfare and responsible ownership. The new Animal Health and Welfare Implementation Plan...

Calls for greater support for the pig sector

Calls for greater support for the pig sector

The NPA says that 2021 has been the perfect storm for the pig sector. National Pig Association chairman Rob Mutimer sets...

Avian flu confirmed at tenth Lincolnshire premises

Avian flu confirmed at tenth Lincolnshire premises

The UK’s chief vet has urged poultry keepers to take biosecurity steps to protect their flocks. All birds will be...

Further avian flu cases confirmed

Further avian flu cases confirmed

A UK-wide avian flu housing order was announced in November. Chief vet issues urgent plea for biosecurity action.  Further outbreaks...

Chief Vet urges 'urgent action' over avian flu

Chief vet urges ‘urgent action’ over avian flu

"It is your actions that will keep your birds safe" – Christine Middlemiss, Chief Veterinary Officer. Defra warns bird keepers...

Vets respond to UK-Australia trade deal

Vets respond to UK-Australia trade deal

The UK-Australia deal will be laid before both Parliaments for scrutiny. BVA shares welfare concerns over tariff-free access to products....

Topics released for SRUC Sheep Conference

Topics released for SRUC Sheep Conference

The conference will share new knowledge on health, welfare, climate resilience and breeding strategies. The event will discuss ‘future proofing’...

Sheep vets urge vigilance over liver fluke

Sheep vets urge vigilance over liver fluke

Sheep vets say that liver fluke is becoming a less predictable challenge, and therefore testing is critical to ensure the...

Pirbright develops new vaccines for PPRV

Pirbright develops new vaccines for PPRV

"The next step is to test the efficacy of these DIVA vaccines on a larger number of animals to further...