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Significant reduction recorded in Colistin use in pig sector
New figures collated by the British pig industry and released by RUMA indicate use of Colistin, an antibiotic of last…
Animal Health
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NPA proposes proportionate approach to new antibiotic targets
The National Pig Association (NPA) is urging the Government to adopt a proportionate approach to new long-term antibiotic targets, as…
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Animal health and welfare prioritised in election manifestos, says BVA
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is hailing the launch of Westminster’s major political parties’ manifestos as a win for animal…
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NPA responds to media storm over hepatitis E virus
The NPA has responded to media reports on the link between human infection with the hepatitis E virus (HEV) and eating…
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Industry facing new guidelines for ‘critically important antibiotics’
The UK livestock industry is being asked to reduce use of certain categories of antibiotics deemed to be ‘critically important’,…
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Scottish pig farmers back Health Charter
All Scottish pig farmers who are members of the Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) assurance scheme have now signed up to the…
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Food Standards Scotland urges farmers to prevent lead poisoning on farms
Scotland’s food body is giving advice to farmers to help prevent lead poisoning in their livestock. Lead poisoning incidents increase…
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BVA launches new 7-point antibiotic plan poster
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has launched a new poster outlining a 7-point plan for responsible use of antibiotics by…
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Protect pigs from heat stress, farmers warned
AHDB has published advice warning pig farmers to take steps to protect outdoor reared pigs from the effects of hot…
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Highlighting the differences – how UK welfare standards compare with our competitors
The UK pig industry has, quite rightly, made much of its high animal welfare standards over the years. On both…