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Gene study examines resistance to campylobacter in chickens

Gene study examines resistance to campylobacter in chickens

All the chickens used in the study were naturally exposed to campylobacter. Researchers investigate the genetic make-up of 3,000 chickens....

Report highlights need for farm animal health and welfare body

Report highlights need for farm animal health and welfare body

The report explores the influencing factors on animal health and welfare that support animal medicine best practice. “Building a resilient...

Largest ever survey into farmer wellbeing launched

Largest ever survey into farmer wellbeing launched

"By initiating frank and honest conversations, I believe we can begin to ‘normalise’ our vulnerabilities." Alicia Chivers, RABI. The Big...

Government launches gene editing consultation

Government launches gene editing consultation

The 10-week consultation will focus on preventing gene editing being regulated in the same way as gene modification. Move sparks...

Views sought for Red Tractor's 2021 standards review

Views sought for Red Tractor’s 2021 standards review

The consultation puts forwards proposals on amendments to standards across sectors including beef and lamb, poultry, pigs and dairy. Consultation...

APHA locum support for export certificates

APHA locum support for export certificates

The APHA has set out what veterinary providers can do if they cannot meet the demand for Export Health Certificates. Deployment...