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Dedicated vet can increase sheep farmer engagement – study
Relationships appeared to be the most important factor in increasing sheep farmer engagement. Research highlights main concerns for sheep farmers ...
Mastitis trial saves farmers milk and money
‘Typing’ the pathogens that cause mastitis could save farmers both milk and money, according to a new study. In 2016,...
Pioneering report finds ‘high level of pig welfare’
“This is a truly ground-breaking report, which is the result of the pig industry’s desire to obtain a real picture...
Study reveals how animals measure time to reproduce
The team believe their discovery could help to control when sheep start lambing. Findings have implications for the farming industry...
RUMA criticises “divisive” fundraising campaign
“Denigrating certain farming systems is likely to alienate and demotivate the vast number of first-rate conventional farmers across the UK…"...
‘Significant’ changes in pig sector’s antibiotic use
The rate of reduction in 2016 is a reflection of the work between veterinary surgeons and farmers to make “courageous...