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NI to introduce compulsory BVD testing

NI to introduce compulsory BVD testing

It will become compulsory for newborn calves (including stillbirths and abortions) to be tested for BVD. Vets welcome new legislation...

Feed efficiency project reaches milestone

Whilst the programme is focused on the Limousin breed, all major breeds in UK beef herds should benefit from the...

NOAH defends farm antibiotic use

Medical experts made "a number of inaccurate points" about the use of veterinary medicines, according to NOAH. Chief executive responds...

Beak trimming will not be banned in 2016

Beak trimming will not be banned in 2016

Laying hens have a tendency to peck, which can lead to substantial feather loss, serious injury and even death. Action...

H5N1 outbreak confirmed in France

H5N1 outbreak confirmed in France

Sequencing of the strain is now underway (stock photo). Government activates emergency response plan   A case of the highly...

Neonatal kid care – birth to four weeks

Aiming for well-grown healthy kids with a well-developed rumen…...

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