Proposed closure of Arla Hatfield Peverel dairy
After an extensive review into its processing requirements across the UK, Arla Foods, the farmer-owned dairy company, is today announcing its intention, subject to consultation with those affected, to close its fresh milk processing production facilities at its Hatfield Peverel dairy in Essex. The proposal will result in the potential closure of Hatfield Peverel by […]
Joint plea for dog owners to act responsibly around sheep
With the traditional lambing season approaching and reports of dog attacks on sheep increasing, the National Sheep Association (NSA) and RSPCA have teamed up to urge dog owners to take extra care. Every year sheep are killed, maimed and miscarry because of being chased and attacked by dogs. This is a serious animal welfare concern […]
FUW calls for halt on wasteful badger vaccination scheme
The Farmers’ Union of Wales has repeated its long standing call for a science led policy to control TB in wildlife after the Welsh Government suggested the abandoned badger vaccination pilot in north Pembrokeshire could restart in 2017. Ministerial advice provided to the Welsh Government in 2012 suggested vaccination in the north Pembrokeshire Intensive Action […]
Milk processors must be open and honest
With dairy farmers across the country under severe financial pressure from low prices, the NFU is urging all milk processors to be open and honest with suppliers about their plans to get through the next year. The call comes with UK milk supply continuing to be far ahead of levels in early 2015, global demand […]
Hope at last for UK Bison Farmers, says MEP
Bison Farmers across the UK are now one step closer to solving a number of difficulties they had been facing with UK and EU legislation thanks to Conservative MEP Emma McClarkin. The issue facing Bison farmers was first brought to Miss McClarkin’s attention by Leicestershire bison farmers, George and Ruth Wakeling, of Bouverie Lodge, who […]
New analysis of the H9N2 strain of bird flu could help prevent veterinary and human pandemics
A new study from a team at The Pirbright Institute, has enabled scientists there to better understand H9N2; a form of avian flu which poses risks to both poultry and human health. The mapping and analysis of the antigenicity of H9N2 avian influenza virus, will guide surveillance and ensure vaccines are more effective; helping prevent […]
Midland Pig Producers announces plans to close farms
Midland Pig Producers has entered into a period of consultation with workers at two of its 10 farms over plans to close the sites due to the state of the current pig and pork meat market in the UK. A spokesperson for Midland Pig Producers said: “We can confirm that we have entered into a […]
Last chance to nominate your farm animal welfare heroes
The end of the nomination stage for this year’s Ceva Animal Welfare Awards is fast approaching. Time is running out to nominate farming professionals, vets, volunteers and charity workers deserving of recognition for their worthy contributions to animal welfare. Now in its third year, the Farm Animal Welfare Award – in association with RABI and […]
Suspected outbreak of avian influenza in Fife
A suspected outbreak of avian influenza in chickens has been reported on a farm in Fife. Initial test results indicate the presence of a notifiable strain of avian influenza (H5). The clinical picture suggests that this is a Low Pathogenic strain and further testing is underway to confirm this. Restrictions have been imposed on the […]
