N.Ireland
Bird flu confirmed in backyard Fermanagh flock
A case of bird flu that was suspected in a backyard flock in Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh last week has been...
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Agri-Business
FUW expresses concerns about Bovine TB proposals
The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) has expressed extreme concern that the recent Welsh government refreshed TB eradication programme consultation...
N.Ireland
Suspected bird flu case in Fermanagh
Control measures have been introduced in Northern Ireland following the suspicion of avian influenza (bird flu) at a premises in...
Pig/Poultry
NI minister reminds pig farmers of ASF risk
Northern Ireland Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots is reminding pig owners about the risk of African Swine Fever (ASF) following a...
N.Ireland
‘A vet school for Coleraine would be a win-win’ – Sugden
East Derry MLA Claire Sugden has said the overdue report into the need for a vet school in Northern Ireland...
N.Ireland
Spring calving on suckler farms: Preparation is key
Both dairy and suckler farmers alike are well aware of the increased workload that calving season brings with it. While...
Agri-Business
EU audit deems NI goods checks 'not fit for purpose'
An audit by EU Commission officials has found that the system of controls for the entry of goods and animals...
Agri-Business
Etsy and eBay begin crackdown on DIY ear cropping kits
Two major UK online retailers in Etsy and eBay have cracked down on the sale of ‘DIY’ dog ear cropping...
N.Ireland
Additional BVD control measures likely to be required in Northern Ireland
Animal Health and Welfare NI (AHWNI) has confirmed that additional Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD) control measures are likely to be...
Pig/Poultry
Chief vet urges keepers to continue to take protective action for avian flu
The Chief Vet for Wales, Christianne Glossop, has stressed the importance of people continuing to take action to protect their...
Other
BVA welcomes Welsh animal health and welfare plan
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed the Welsh government’s One Health approach to the new Animal Health and Welfare...
Rural Life
BVA advises pet owners to be prepared for distress from fireworks
With New Year’s Eve just a few hours away, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued advice for owners to...
N.Ireland
Eventful year for beef and lamb in Northern Ireland – LMC
The last year has seen major changes made to the political, economic and legislative landscape within which beef and lamb...
Rural Life
BVA issues warning on toxic items for pets this Christmas
Christmas is a time of fun and festivities, but the presents, treats and decorations can often prove dangerous for pets...
N.Ireland
Poultry sector briefed on NI bird flu situation
Northern Ireland (NI) Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots has briefed a range of key stakeholders in NI and Great Britain poultry...
Pig/Poultry
Flock keepers urged to take action now to avoid risking their flock
The UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss is urging UK poultry keepers not to be complacent and to undertake the...
N.Ireland
Farmer charged for not isolating TB-positive animal
A Northern Ireland-based farmer has been charged with multiple animal welfare offences, including failure to isolate an animal with tuberculosis...
Other
Somerset vet appointed new chair of Animal Welfare Foundation
Somerset veterinary surgeon Julian Kupfer has been appointed as the Animal Welfare Foundation (AWF) new board chair. The AWF British...
