The herd incidence of BVD in NI has reduced by three quarters since the compulsory programme began, but increased slightly during the last few months
Farm Animals
DAERA reminded herd keepers that the next phase of Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD) controls came into effect from 1 February 2026. From this date, herd
Dr. Charlotte Martin Joins AI Services & Eurogene as Group Veterinary Officer Dairy genetics move very, very quickly. That was one of the reasons why
Dr. Charlotte Martin Joins AI Services & Eurogene as Group Veterinary Officer Dairy genetics move very, very quickly. That was one of the reasons why
Sean Doran OF Castlecaulfield, Dungannon was convicted at Dungannon Court of nine charges under the Welfare of Animals Act (Northern Ireland) 2011, Sean Doran (61),
DAERA has announced the emergence of a new suspected Bluetongue case on a farm near Greyabbey in Co Down. Vets are investigating a suspect case
Two 20km Temporary Control Zones (TCZs) have been introduced in Co Down around the sites of a confirmed BTV3 outbreak in a herd near Bangor
Recent figures indicate the percentage of medicines expected to be discontinued in NI could be up to 40% of available pack sizes. AHDA calls on
Disease control measures have been initiated by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) Disease control measures have been initiated by the Department
The Ulster Farmers’ Union launches this year’s Women in Agriculture Conference ‘Cultivating a Healthier Future’, taking place on Thursday 23 October in Loughry CAFRE, Cookstown