Antibiotic sales and usage figures show encouraging progress despite challenging year for livestock sector
10th November 2021
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed findings from two new reports, which show an overall reduction in sales and usage of antibiotics.
Poultry gatherings banned amid spate of avian flu cases
8th November 2021
The ban comes into force today (8th November) after another case of H5N1 was confirmed in Warwickshire.
Chief vets declare avian flu prevention zone across GB
4th November 2021
Following avian influenza outbreaks in England, Scotland and Wales, it is now a legal requirement for all bird keepers in Great Britain to follow strict biosecurity measures.
Avian flu detected in poultry and wild birds near Wrexham
2nd November 2021
Dead wild birds found in the area are believed to be the source of the infection.
Defra increases UK’s risk level for avian flu
28th October 2021
The risk of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5 in wild birds has increased from low to medium.
Cleaning and disinfection for modern calf housing management
28th October 2021
Having an effective cleaning and disinfection programme is essential in modern calf house management. Evans Vanodine provides a handy six-step cleaning and disinfection programme to ensure good hygiene and reduce infection in your calves.
Avian flu confirmed in Worcestershire
27th October 2021
First outbreak since March 2021 detected at wild bird rescue centre.
How to deal with winter housing problems
22nd October 2021
Winter indoor housing is a high-risk period for cattle and can be one of the most stressful times of the entire year. Dr Tom Barragry, veterinary surgeon, pharmacologist and adviser to Provita Animal Health, offers advice on avoiding common and costly health concerns at housing.
Fluke warning for farmers as range of treatment options reduces
17th October 2021
A dry, cool spring across most of the UK, followed by some hot, dry spells over the summer, means the liver fluke risk is generally going to be low this autumn and winter. But farmers still need to prepare in the face of changes to treatment.
OCT 2021
How to achieve effective liver fluke control
12th October 2021
Norbrook Laboratories’ technical vet offers guidance on fluke risk factors for cattle this year, understanding the fluke life cycle and how to achieve effective and sustainable control.
OCT 2021
Prepare now for the avian influenza risk period
11th October 2021
After the UK poultry sector was rocked by 26 avian influenza outbreaks between November 2020 and March 2021 – the highest number seen in several years – Farmers Guide looks ahead to the coming risk season and what farmers should do now to prepare.
Support tupping success with a natural energy feed
5th October 2021
The dry April followed by one of the wettest and coolest Mays on record resulted in a slow start to the grazing season. As a consequence, ewe body condition score (BCS) will have suffered, and it is likely that ewes will be below target for the time of year due to having to draw on body fat reserves for milk production. Downland experts explore options for supplementation…
