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Undercover footage reveals animal abuse at Suffolk farms

Undercover footage reveals animal abuse at Suffolk farms

RSPCA Assured said it is “shocked and disgusted” by the revelations. (stock photo) Welfare schemes suspend the farms amid allegations ...

Midge season has extended owing to climate change - study

Midge season has extended owing to climate change – study

Scientists warn the extended period could have dire consequences for animals that are susceptible to bluetongue. Research highlights the effect...

ASF proteins offer hope for vaccine

ASF proteins offer hope for vaccine

The rapid spread of ASF through Europe and China has decimated pig populations. Scientists ID proteins that prompt immune response...

Report sheds light on use of farm health plans

Report sheds light on use of farm health plans

Eighty-four per cent of health plans were created with the help of a vet or adviser, a figure that has...

Survey highlights confusion over Halal

Survey highlights confusion over Halal

Halal meat must be derived from specific animals and slaughtered in accordance with the Quran and other religious scriptures. Bristol...

Pirbright destroys rinderpest samples

Pirbright destroys rinderpest samples

“The biggest risk of rinderpest re-appearing comes from an accidental escape from a laboratory." Project to reduce risk of accidental...