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New instruments for Johne’s disease and TB

New instruments for Johne’s disease and TB

The MilkEd project aimed to develop an instrument that could identify Johne’s disease in under 45 minutes. Prototypes ready for...

Gove outlines plans for farming post-Brexit

Gove outlines plans for farming post-Brexit

Mr Gove said he wants a new method of providing financial support to farmers, moving away from subsidies. Comments come...

Survey reveals signs of Schallenberg in Scotland

Survey reveals signs of Schmallenberg in Scotland

Vets have found evidence that Schmallenberg Virus circulated in Dumfries and Galloway last autumn. Disease could lead to the birth...

Immune cell increases susceptibility to Marek’s disease

Immune cell increases susceptibility to Marek’s disease

Marek’s disease virus is a major threat to the poultry industry. Study reveals new insights into the development of the...

New study sheds light on antibiotic use

New study sheds light on antibiotic use

Scientists analysed 358 dairy farms, including 81,000 cattle, over a 12-month period.  Nottingham develops online tool for dairy vets and...

Defra announces more frequent bTB testing

Defra announces more frequent bTB testing

The new rules will mainly affect the south west and parts of the Midlands. Changes to testing requirements in highest-risk...