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Atypical BSE confirmed in Cornwall
Atypical BSE is non-contagious, and occurs naturally and infrequently. Great Britain’s risk status for BSE remains at ‘controlled’. Defra has...
New bTB advice for Anglesey cattle farmers
Anglesey cattle farmers will receive a letter advising them of the measures they can take to protect their herd. Welsh...
New funding for Sub-Saharan livestock care
Zoetis will use the funding to improve access to veterinary products and services for small-scale livestock farmers. The Gates Foundation...
RSPCA joins judicial review of broiler chickens
"We have long had serious concerns about the welfare of fast-growing breeds of meat chickens." – Kate Parkes. The case...
Sheep farmers urged to reduce wormer use
Farmers can monitor body condition score to identify ewes most likely to have the highest faecal egg count. A targeted...
New study will assess the impact of ferrying livestock
Livestock in the Northern Isles can be transported by ferry on a number of occasions during their life. Evidence will...