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Omagh laboratory to remain open
"The Omagh facility is of paramount importance. Without it vast areas to the west of the province would be left...

Scientists test eggs as alternative to antibiotics
Fed with antibody-filled eggs, the chickens fared just as well as those given traditional antibiotics. Trials with livestock prove successful...

Badger persecution ‘does not reduce TB’
"Badger persecution over a very broad area does not appear to reduce the risk for cattle – further it is...

New terms for NI vets who carry out TB tests
Current veterinary inspectors will soon receive a letter to inform them of the change in their appointment status. PVPs become...

Restrictions lifted following avian flu case
The restrictions have been lifted 30 days after the premises were disinfected and cleaned – the earliest point allowed under...

Milk prices: retail giants agree to pay more
Low milk prices have seen farmers protesting in supermarkets across the UK. Morrisons, Aldi, Asda and Lidl announce latest moves...