Tighter controls to prevent bTB spread

Farmers bringing cattle into Scotland are to be subject to tighter controls in order to reduce the risk of spreading bovine tuberculosis (bTB).

Ewan Pate

15 April 2023 • 2 min read

Farmers bringing cattle into Scotland are to be subject to tighter controls in order to reduce the risk of spreading bovine tuberculosis (bTB). From May 18, changes to legislation will require stricter...

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