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‘Unexpected’ number of AMR genes found on pig farm
This study was carried out during a single produciton cycle on a commercial pig farm. New study highlights extent of...
Pasture management for sheep
Effective use of grass is essential for the UK's 65 million sheep for many reasons. Josephine Child writes about the...
New cow housing – a case study
In this article, Owen Atkinson examines good accomodation for housed cows, using a case study of a 500 cow dairy...
UK and Australia collaborate in simulated ASF exercise
The exercise will contribute to the skills of specialised teams that make rapid risk assessments required in an ASF biosecurity...
Poland and Germany discuss measures to contain ASF spread
Germany is Europe’s biggest pig producrer and a major exporter of pork. Ministers considering border fences and increased hunting Following...
Study finds TB bacteria can survive in amoebae found in soil
England currently has the highest incidence of bovine TB infection in Europe. Bacterium’s survivability could explain high transmission rates In...