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Health and welfare reviews rolled out for livestock farms
The review is an opportunity to improve livestock’s health and welfare. The funded visits will allow vets to support the...
Growing number of cattle farms free of BVD
Bovine Viral Diarrhoea is one of the biggest issues faced by the cattle farming industry. New figures show the continued...
New phase of trials starts for bTB vaccine
It is hoped that the new phase of trials will bring a deployable vaccine and skin test a step closer....
Defra announces new barn egg labelling concession
Eggs originating from free range flocks will need to be labelled as barn eggs until further notice. The move is...
Study to further understanding of Scottish camelid sector
Keepers of llamas and alpacas in Scotland are being asked to share their views of the sector in a short...
BCVA “disappointed” over ‘under care’ reforms
The BCVA has responded to the RCVS reforms to ‘under care’ guidance for veterinary professionals. The Association is calling on the Royal...
Funding boost for dairy cattle health research
The Hannah Dairy Research Foundation has awarded more than £59,000 in funding to studies focusing on dairy cattle health and...
Calls for clear strategy on intensive farming
Grants allocated under Animal Health and Welfare Pathway should be used for genuine improvement of animal welfare, Compassion says. Compassion...
Milk restriction hinders calves’ intelligence
"We need to know more about what calves feel if we want to change routine farm practices to improve their...
Concerns raised over sheep dip disposal
Sheep scab is estimated to cost the sheep industry more than £78-200m annually. NSA Wales responds to proposals to increase...