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New treatment tackles antibiotic-resistant chicken infections

New treatment tackles antibiotic-resistant chicken infections

Manganese carbonyl may treat APEC without the use of antibiotics. The treatment may reduce antimicrobial resistance in deadly infections. A...

EAE vaccine hit by supply issues

EAE vaccine hit by supply issues

"We encourage all farmers to consult their vet and explore alternative means of safeguarding the health of their flocks during...

Defra drops consultation on animal welfare labels for food

Defra drops consultation on animal welfare labels for food

The proposals would have required welfare labelling on pork products. The Government was considering mandatory labelling. The Department for Environment,...

Pig Veterinary Society reminds vets of new Brexit requirements

Pig Veterinary Society reminds vets of new Brexit requirements

The EU Animal Health Regulations apply to farms which export to the EU. Non-assured producers will need evidence of recent...

Free webinar on checking effectiveness of sheep wormer

Free webinar on checking effectiveness of sheep wormer

The webinars are being held on Wednesday, 19 July. SCOPS session will provide advice for vets, farmers and advisors. The...

Poultry diagnostics guide for vets launched

Poultry diagnostics guide for vets launched

The guide includes photographs and videos. It’s hoped the guide will help improve hen health and welfare. A new digital...