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Concerns for animal welfare as CO2 plant halts production
Carbon dioxide is commonly used to stun animals before slaughter. MP and vet Dr Neil Hudson calls for government action...
Avian influenza confirmed in Norfolk
Avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a poultry farm near Gayton, Norfolk. All poultry on the premises will be...
Defra to lift Avian Influenza Prevention Zone
There have been more than 130 cases of avian flu in the UK since October 2021. Chief vet urges bird...
Calls for Defra to suspend transport for farmed animals in extreme heat
"The heat inside the trucks can be unbearable with animals desperately panting for air" – Phil Brook. Compassion in World...
MSD launches calf health checklist app
“Our new app allows both parties to explore, record and score calf health performance across five core areas" – Robert...
Sheep and goat project heads to France
The workshop held in Saint Affique was attended by more than 70 reserachers, lecturers and farmers. More than 70 delegates gathered...