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Influenza of avian origin confirmed in a sheep in Yorkshire

Influenza of avian origin (H5N1) has been confirmed in a single sheep in Yorkshire.

March 24, 2025

Vaccination finance calculator launched to help Battle Bluetongue

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Vaccination finance calculator launched to help Battle Bluetongue

Farmers in England and Wales are being urged to consult their vet about vaccinating their herd or flock against Bluetongue serotype 3 as part of the new #BattleBluetongue campaign

March 19, 2025

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Battle against bluetongue campaign

Farmers in England and Wales are being urged to consult their vet about vaccinating their herd or flock against Bluetongue serotype 3 as part of the new #BattleBluetongue campaign

March 6, 2025

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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