BRD control should be re-evaluated on farm, research suggests
17th November 2023
The first specific vaccine for protecting cattle against respiratory coronavirus will soon be available to UK farmers, and follows recent research suggesting BCoV plays a bigger role in BRD than previously accepted. Sarah Kidby reports.
Helping livestock farmers maximise productivity for over 50 years
17th November 2023
Lucas G offers products aimed at maximising productivity on livestock farms. Originating from the heart of the French livestock region, Lucas G brings over 50 years of manufacturing expertise and know-how to UK farms through its comprehensive range of feeding and bedding machinery.
Bluetongue: Temporary control zone advice for farmers
17th November 2023
After the first case of the new emerging bluetongue strain (BTV-3) was confirmed in England, a temporary control zone (TCZ) has been implemented. The Ruminant Health & Welfare group has put together some guidance.
British farmers take to social media to celebrate Buy my Turkey Day
17th November 2023
Families are being encouraged to buy British, buy local and buy a whole turkey this Christmas, as part of an NFU campaign to celebrate British turkey producers.
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How to prevent hypothermia and hypoglycaemia in young lambs
15th November 2023
Starvation, hypothermia, and hypoglycaemia are amongst the highest causes of mortality in newborn lambs. Vet and veterinary pharmacologist Dr TB Barragry offers some advice.
Senedd member’s “appalling” comments on bovine TB create backlash
15th November 2023
Joyce Watson, Mid & West Wales MS, has been fiercely criticised for suggesting farms with perpetual TB status should “find another business”.
Dairy farm saves thousands on feed through housing adjustments
14th November 2023
A Welsh dairy farm that was plagued by starlings from October to March each year, is expecting feed savings of £15,000 per month after starling-proofing its sheds.
First case of new bluetongue strain confirmed in England
13th November 2023
Farmers are being urged to purchase livestock from responsible sources and be vigilant for signs of disease, as BTV-3 is confirmed at a farm in Kent.
Poultry farmers urged to “make their voices heard”
10th November 2023
The NFU is urgently seeking information on poultry farmers’ plans for production over the next few years.
Farmers set up Fiona Fund to raise money for charities
10th November 2023
Two charities, RSABI and the Scottish SPCA have been chosen to benefit from donations after the successful rescue and rehoming rehoming of ‘Britain’s loneliest sheep’.
Avian flu risk reduced to medium
9th November 2023
Defra has downgraded the risk of HPAI H5 in wild birds, after a reduction in the number of findings.
King’s speech: Concern over live export ban
8th November 2023
A bill to ban live exports for slaughter and fattening has been included in the government’s programme for the new parliamentary session.
