disease control

Diluting the risk of opportunistic environmental infection is key to managing and preventing mastitis in the dairy herd

Ongoing dry conditions have resulted in low disease pressures this year however, growers are being urged to remain on the lookout for developing infections

Technology developed by the University of Edinburgh’s Roslin Institute has led to resistance in pigs against Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS)

As African swine fever (ASF) continues its slow spread across Europe, UK pig producers are being encouraged to stay vigilant and tighten biosecurity

Disease control initiative marks step forward in improving herd health and disease resilience within the Scottish pig industry

Preventing the fly entering the US from Mexico is a priority for the US Department of Agriculture

Minister for Food Security and Rural Affairs Daniel Zeichner writes about need to adhere to scrupulous biosecurity measures in the wake of foot-and-mouth cases detected in mainland Europe

Good colostrum management and cleanliness of calf housing and equipment is key to managing cryptosporidiosis infections on-farm

Newly appointed chief executive Richard Lewis said: "Now more than ever, the UK needs a strong, science-led Animal and Plant Health Agency"

Phase three of the National Johne’s Management Plan includes four key changes dairy farmers should be aware of