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