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Wild boar cull planned in Luxembourg

Wild boar cull planned in Belgium

A cull of wild boar is being planned by Belgian authorities to prevent further spread of African Swine Fever. Move...

Room for improvement on larger farms - study

Room for improvement on larger farms – study

“Simple adjustments in the management of space allowances and of water supply can also improve welfare.” Researchers assess welfare at...

Extreme caution needed over sheep imports - NSA

Extreme caution needed over sheep imports – NSA

There have been ongoing issues with several different strains of bluetongue in a number of European countries. (Stock photo) Warning...

New test detects Johne’s disease in day-old calves

New test detects Johne’s disease in day-old calves

The trial proves that early detection of live MAP infection is possible. Researchers assess effectiveness of new Actiphage system  Researchers...

BSE case ‘negligible risk’ to Scottish beef exports

BSE case ‘negligible risk’ to Scottish beef exports

Scotland can only reapply for negligible risk 11 years after the birth of the affected animal. Scotland will acquire controlled...

African swine fever confirmed in southern China

African swine fever confirmed in southern China

The cases in the south could have a major impact on China’s pork market. Discovery fuels concern about pork supplies ...