The Dutch livestock industry has already made great strides towards reducing antibiotic use. In the first of a two-part series following a visit to the Netherlands,…
Month: November 2017
In the year to September, South Korean pork imports have expanded 8% year-on-year to 376.6 thousand tonnes. According to AHDB analysis, this was driven by strong…
With antibiotics, we must remember that it’s about responsible use – not just reducing use, writes Mandy Nevel, from the Royal Veterinary College and currently on…
The UK’s exit from the EU will exacerbate recruitment problems for the veterinary profession, making the placement of vets on the Shortage Occupation List an immediate…
Livestock representatives have highlighted progress being made in the UK to reduce antibiotic use after the World Health Organisation (WHO) published new guidelines. Under its new…
NPA senior policy advisor Georgina Crayford has written to the Food Standards Agency (FSA) about the NPA’s ‘significant concerns’ over proposed new copper limits in piglet feed.…
Brexit negotiators must not jeopardise current high levels of animal health, animal welfare, environmental protection and public health across Europe, according to the Federation of Veterinarians…
King’s Lynn outdoor producer Richard Mellor has been named Pig Producer of the Year at the 2017 National Pig Awards. R & C Mellor also picked…
Shropshire cyclist, Steve Grice has been presented with an award for his ‘Services to Bacon’ in thanks for his meaty reviews of the best butties across…
Multi-award winning pig production firm Midland Pig Producers (MPP) has clinched a major new deal to export its pioneering pig pen design to the US. The…