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Vets urged to support farmers in the battle against bluetongue

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Vets urged to support farmers in the battle against bluetongue

Vets and stakeholders across the ruminant sector are being urged to support a new industry campaign

February 17, 2025

GB Dairy Cow Lameness Manifesto launched!

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New lameness manifesto launched for British dairy industry

An ambitious plan to stamp out cases of lameness on British dairy farms over the next 20 years has been published.

January 27, 2025

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Joint industry initiative to improve the welfare of dairy calves shows significant achievements

British dairy farmers have significantly reduced the number of pure-bred dairy bull calves being born on their farms, according to a report outlining the progress of the GB Dairy Calf Strategy.

January 23, 2025

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Devolved nations align on Ruminant Health & Welfare goals

Ruminant Health & Welfare representatives from Scottish, Welsh, and English governments share updates on their animal health and welfare initiatives.

December 18, 2024

latest Bluetongue BTV 3 update from Ruminant Health & Welfare

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Initial findings from survey and clinical signs research start to show BTV-3 impact in UK

New insights from an industry wide BTV-3 impact survey, along with recent clinical research by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), reveal substantial challenges for UK livestock farmers.

November 14, 2024

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