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Avian flu detected in Lancashire

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

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

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

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

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...

Tesco dairy group to cut use of critical antibiotics

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...