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XLVets study reveals surprising findings on fluke control in sheep

XLVets study reveals surprising findings on fluke control in sheep

A study carried out by 24 independent veterinary practices, members of XLVets, has revealed some surprising findings on fluke infection…

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New data shows previous estimates of the climate impact of cattle grazing are off

New data shows previous estimates of the climate impact of cattle grazing are off

Scientists have shown that direct emissions of a powerful greenhouse gas from certain pasture types are lower than previously thought…

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Virbac launches NEW Kriptazen®: a clever twist in the fight against Cryptosporidiosis

Virbac launches NEW Kriptazen®: a clever twist in the fight against Cryptosporidiosis

Virbac is pleased to announce the launch of Kriptazen®, a non-antibiotic, halofuginone based medicine for newborn calves, to prevent or…

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Oxford Farming Conference launches monthly ‘bitesize’ webinars culminating in a digital OFC 2021

Oxford Farming Conference launches monthly ‘bitesize’ webinars culminating in a digital OFC 2021

Amidst the Covid uncertainty for people, travel and gatherings, the Oxford Farming Conference (OFC) will run a vibrant series of…

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NADIS & Elanco Blowfly Alert update

NADIS & Elanco Blowfly Alert update

Real-time updates on blowfly risk – produced via an ongoing collaboration between Elanco and NADIS (National Animal Disease Information Service)…

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National survey reveals 78% have had downer cows but subclinical milk fever may be underestimated

National survey reveals 78% have had downer cows but subclinical milk fever may be underestimated

The results of the National Milk Fever Survey1, launched by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, manufacturer of Bovikalc®, have been analysed,…

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First blowfly strike cases of 2020 reported

First blowfly strike cases of 2020 reported

The first cases of blowfly strike in 2020 have been reported in several locations in the UK via the Elanco…

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UK agriculture and the red meat fight-back to headline at OFC 2020

UK agriculture and the red meat fight-back to headline at OFC 2020

The headlines that red meat is damaging to the health is not the whole story, according to Professor Alice Stanton…

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Virbac launch NEW MULTIMIN™; a unique prescription only trace mineral injection for cattle

Virbac launch NEW MULTIMIN™; a unique prescription only trace mineral injection for cattle

Virbac is pleased to announce the launch of MULTIMIN, a unique, prescription only, four in one trace mineral injection to…

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Study shows that clover reduces the environmental impact of beef and sheep grazing

Study shows that clover reduces the environmental impact of beef and sheep grazing

Reseeding permanent beef and sheep grazing pasture initially contributes to climate change and doesn’t increase yields beyond the first year,…

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Vets asked to mobilise clients to share their experience of milk fever in national survey

Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, manufacturer of Bovikalc® and Bovikalc® Dry, has launched its National Milk Fever (hypocalcaemia) Survey to capture…

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First blowfly strike cases of 2019 reported

The first cases of blowfly strike in 2019 has been reported in several locations in the UK via the Elanco…

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