animal health

This week from the Farmers Guardian editor Katie Jones

Biosecurity and testing are key to controlling border disease in sheep flocks, a disease which could be silently driving high barren rates and abortions

North Devon sheep farmer issues plea to help others protect their flocks as English case figure tops 80

Dairy cow fertility is described as a ‘spider's web of interconnect risk factors' by veterinary consultant Dr Vicki Shepherd, so what factors need addressing to achieve good performance?

Johne's disease continues to undermine progress in some herds, often quietly and over time, so does the approach to controlling this disease need to change?

High temperatures are now more likely and less predictable so dairy farmers need to be prepared to combat the negative impact of heat stress on health and productivity in their herds

Consistent hygiene and provision of a well-mixed milk replacer will have a knock-on effect on calf performance and health, translating into labour savings in the calf shed

Pig producers are being urged to take advantage of funded on-farm reviews to strengthen biosecurity and herd health

Gov to introduce statutory regulation for veterinary businesses, mandatory licensing of practices, enhanced inspections, and the creation of an independent veterinary ombudsman

From PM Sir Keir Starmer's resignation to Defra's Farming Roadmap, farmers have been keen to find out what the latest political developments could mean for their business