Articles
Immune system ‘could aggravate BRSV’
Scientists say large numbers of neutrophils contribute to some of the short term clinical signs associated with BRSV. Decreasing neutrophil...
Sheep ‘can read each other’s facial expressions’
Sheep are able to show a wide range of facial expressions, particularly those involving ear posture. Research has important animal...
Package to help vets engage farmers in parasite control
The planners allow farmers and vets to work together to produce a plan for parasite control. Service provides monthly alerts...
Plan to protect animal welfare, farmers urged
Farmers in Northern Ireland are being urged to assess their feed stores. Poor harvest in Northern Ireland has left fodder...
The power of proactive PR
Positive, proactive public relations can make a real difference to your bottom line, as Andrew Rea explains. ...
An overview and update on bovine TB
Farm animal vet Paul Rodgers gives an overview of this disease, which has cost the farming industry £500m in the...
Bovine TB in goats
Farm animal vet David Harwood gives some background information on this disease, which is still comparatively uncommon in goats. ...
Management of economically important farm animal diseases
A central theme in the requirement to control serious animal diseases often proves to be the trade in livestock and...
Government will recognise animal sentience
Michael Gove has clarified that the vote against New Clause 30 was the rejection of a faulty amendment. Statement clarifies...
Small changes on farms can lower stress in cattle, study finds
The study found that keeping calm and not using dogs can vastly improve the animals’ experience. Brazilian study shows effect...
