Liver Fluke increase in sheep
There has been a tenfold increase in acute liver fluke cases in sheep in the last quarter of 2012 compared to the same period in 2011, according to AHVLA figures reported in the latest NADIS (National Animal Disease Information Service) Parasite Forecast. It says that the very wet conditions last summer will have resulted in […]
Spreading Irish wings over Eastern Africa
I recently travelled to Eastern Africa to promote good veterinary practice and talk to livestock owners about Bimeda products. Bimeda sees its role in Africa to be about educating livestock owners about diseases, as well as providing solutions aimed at preventing and treating an enormous range of devastating diseases. My trip was a humbling and […]
Pessary solution for retained cleansings
The incidence of retained cleansings (retained placenta/ retained foetal membranes) in cows varies from zero to 25 per cent, but the average is around 4 per cent in most herds. Retained cleansings result in reduced cow fertility and a higher risk of culling due to poor fertility and have a significant economic impact, costing around […]
Ceva launches new PRID Delta
Ceva Animal Health has introduced new PRID Delta, an improved intra-vaginal progesterone device for the synchronisation of oestrus in cycling and non-cycling cattle. Ceva has utilised over 35 years of expertise in cattle fertility to develop PRID Delta. Product trials have demonstrated that the new device provides optimal progesterone release, preserved efficacy and high […]
Keep cows warm and toasty with rush bedding
As the freezing temperatures continue, farmers are being encouraged by the RSPB to keep their cows warm and toasty by using rush as bedding. By cutting rush on their wet land and using it as a replacement for straw, farmers can save money and help improve conditions for breeding wading birds such as curlews and […]
Aquamidas launches the only self-cleaning trough
Natural water treatment manufacturer Aquamidas has launched its latest product, which has proven in trials to prevent algae and microbes from growing in cattle troughs. The new trough, which is called Fresha Trough, holds 250 litres and comes pre-treated with an antimicrobial coating comprising silver and active metals. It has been tested in independent trials, […]
