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Ban on formaldehyde in feed comes into effect

Ban on formaldehyde in feed comes into effect

A majority 26 countries voted in favour of the ban. Compound prohibited over health and safety concerns A European ban...

BVA responds to new farming proposals

BVA responds to new farming proposals

"Vets play a crucial role in UK agriculture, from the farm-gate through to trade certification and border checks" Farmers given...

Promising advance in fight against African swine fever

Promising advance in fight against African swine fever

African swine fever virus is a devastating and economically important disease of pigs. Researchers identify novel proteins to test as...

Calves given coats to curb antibiotic use

Calves given coats to curb antibiotic use

“One of the ways we’re reducing [antibiotic] use is to identify particular times when animals are at risk." Devon vet...

Alpaca blood donation event held in Derby

Alpaca blood donation event held in Derby

Plasma can be a lifeline for baby alpacas if they are unable to get enough colostrum in the first few...

Slaughterhouse CCTV law laid before parliament

Slaughterhouse CCTV law laid before parliament

“We commend the Government’s commitment to provide Official Veterinarians with unrestricted access to the footage." Legislation to come into force...

Report highlights scale of dog attacks on livestock

Report highlights scale of dog attacks on livestock

Since September 2013, there have been 1705 recorded incidents of livestock worrying. Working Group identifies challenges faced by police forces ...

Gove announces review of farm inspections

Gove announces review of farm inspections

Under the current inspection regime, farmers can be visited by as many as five different bodies. Review will seek opportunities...

‘Critical’ role of vets recognised in Brexit report

‘Critical’ role of vets recognised in Brexit report

“It is reassuring to see that animal welfare is high on the agenda for future negotiations around trade in food."...

Dramatic fall in outbreaks of lumpy skin disease

Dramatic fall in outbreaks of lumpy skin disease

EFSA says the figures show vaccination is the most effective way to contain the disease. EFSA report suggests vaccination is...