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Farmers underreport hare coursing due to intimidation – NFU
Hare coursing has been illegal in the UK since 2005, under The Hunting Act 2004. Police, CPS and NFU meet...
Brussels calls for action on tail biting in pigs
Under EU legislation, tail docking or reduction of corner teeth must not be carried out routinely unless there is evidence...
Government warns of African swine fever risk
Outbreaks of the disease in Europe have been attributed to pigs consuming contaminated pork or pork products. Pig keepers reminded...
Salmonella cases on the rise – report
The prevalence of Salmonella in laying hens has increased from 0.7 per cent to 1.21 per cent. S. Enteritidis caused...
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High risk of liver fluke in parts of UK – SCOPS
Some reported cases related to animals that were treated in September and have become re-infected. Farmers urged to speak to...
Government considering controls on live animal exports
The government is considering options to control live exports after Brexit. Defra confirms ministers are looking into the issue The...