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Reports of SBV in Wales and west England

Reports of SBV in Wales and west England

After SBV was discovered in dairy cattle herds in Germany during 2011, it spread across Europe (stock photo). Positive bulk milk...

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IP outbreaks 'show difficulty in reaching diagnosis'

IP outbreaks ‘show difficulty in reaching diagnosis’

‘These cases illustrate the unpredictability of IP outbreaks in cattle, and confirm the necessity for comprehensive veterinary investigation.’ Comprehensive investigation...

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New cattle health scheme launched to tackle bTB

New cattle health scheme launched to tackle bTB

Herd vets and cattle owners will be required to work together. Farming minister welcomes industry-led initiative A new cattle health...

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Vets welcome &pound4m funding for NI farmers

Vets welcome &pound4m funding for NI farmers

"The removal of PIs is the key to any successful BVD eradication programme." Support package to aid BVD eradication Northern...

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River blindness vaccine set for cattle trials

River blindness vaccine set for cattle trials

The vaccine is being developed by biotechnology company Vaxine Pty. Vaccine uses unique sugar-based adjuvant Scientists in Australia are developing...

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FVE welcomes PHC for Campylobacter spp.

FVE welcomes PHC for Campylobacter spp.

Effective PHC must be combined with interventions on poultry farms, such as improved biosecurity measures and rapid testing of flocks....

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