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Findings raise concern over bTB tests

Findings raise concern over bTB tests

Scientists have confirmed a case of Mycobacterium Microti infection in a cow in France. Mycobacterium Microti infection confirmed in a...

Avian flu study offers new insights

Avian flu study offers new insights

Researchers analysed the specific properties that enable some strains of H9N2 to adapt for successful human infection. Scientists analyse properties...

Avian flu measures in England to be relaxed

Avian flu measures in England to be relaxed

Avian flu measures are to be relaxed after a risk assessment found that the overall risk in England has fallen...

Lumpy skin disease outbreaks contained, EFSA reports

Lumpy skin disease outbreaks contained, EFSA reports

As of 2016, lumpy skin disease had been reported in seven European countries Mass cattle vaccination carried out in south-eastern...

‘Meat testing’ press release criticised by RUMA

‘Meat testing’ press release criticised by RUMA

RUMA said the press release fails to acknowledge the strict regulation of all antibiotic use in farm animals. Randox Health...

H5N8: Birds in England to be let outside

H5N8: Birds in England to be let outside

All poultry keepers must continue to observe strict biosecurity measures. Chief vet announces end of housing requirement   All poultry...