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Avian flu detected in Lancashire
Defra says a full investigation is underway to determine the source of the infection. (stock photo) Affected flock estimated to...

Brexit ‘disastrous’ for Scottish food and farming
Mr Ewing said that a ‘Hard Brexit’ would be ‘devastating’ for Scottish agriculture. Scottish minister highlights value of EU nationals...

Cattle vets urged to cut antibiotic use
Dr Elizabeth Berry said there is still potential to reduce antibiotic use in some areas. BCVA issues position statement ...

Confirmed cases of Schmallenberg rising
"It is important that we ascertain the true levels of the virus, because this will help determine whether there is...

NI extends avian flu prevention zone
There have not yet been any cases of H5N8 in Northern Ireland, but chief veterinary officer Robert Huey said “we...
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Tesco dairy group to cut use of critical antibiotics
The Tesco Sustainable Dairy Group (TDSG) plans to cut its use of critical antibiotics. Farmers expected to switch to less-critical...