Australian seagulls found to carry antibiotic resistant bacteria
Birds earmarked as potential reservoirs for human disease Seagulls across Australia carry antibiotic resistant bacteria that cause serious infections in…
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Alltech to recognize those putting the power of agriculture to work for a Planet of PlentyTM
Call for nominations is open until July 31, 2019 Winners will be profiled and recognized on the mainstage of ONE:…
Study suggests gorillas form social bonds with distant relations
Gorillas found to interact with extended family in a similar way to humans Gorillas form social bonds with distant relations…
Goats ‘can detect emotions’ in calls from other goats
Study sheds light on social communication of emotions Goats may be able to distinguish between positive and negative calls from…
NI vets applaud swift action as African Swine Fever DNA detected in animal products brought back in luggage
BVA has welcomed the quick response from government vets and inspectors who detected traces of African Swine Fever DNA in…
Proof inbreeding reduces litter size of golden retrievers
Study finds, on average, a dam that is 10% more inbred than another will produce one fewer puppy per litter.…
Initiative aims to educate owners of brachy breeds
A guide, supplied by vets within the IVC group, aims to help clients gain a better understanding of the health…
New sheep vaccination campaign launched
Farmers encouraged to interact with vets to fight infection responsible for more than 35% of all lamb abortion diagnoses. Ceva…
African swine fever traces found in Northern Ireland
Traces of the virus DNA were found in a sausage illegally imported from Asia – part of a 300kg haul…
Raw pet food recalled owing to presence of Salmonella
Consumers urged to return products for a full refundThe Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a product recall alert for…