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A biosecurity checklist
by admin | 03.02.2023

A biosecurity checklist

A high standard of biosecurity is a non-negotiable aspect of modern farming. Proactively searching for biosecurity risks on a regular basis is the only way to protect your livestock from the threat of...
The UK has reached 170 cases of bird flu
by admin | 02.23.2023

The UK has reached 170 cases of bird flu

We are experiencing the worst outbreak of bird flu since records began.
Defra announces new funding for farming equipment and technology
by admin | 02.15.2023

Defra announces new funding for farming equipment and technology

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has announced that it will be opening a new round of farming grants, through The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund, as part of the Fa...
What is infectious coryza and how does it affect chickens?
by admin | 02.09.2023

What is infectious coryza and how does it affect chickens?

Infectious coryza is an acute respiratory disease caused by the bacterium Haemophilus paragallinarum and has been recognised since the 1930’s. Although a similar disease is found in quail and pheasant...
What do you need to know about Salmonella?
by admin | 01.11.2023

What do you need to know about Salmonella?

With record levels of avian influenza (AI) circulating, it’s important that poultry farmers don’t overlook the potential threats posed by other diseases, including Salmonella.
A deep dive into African Swine Fever
by admin | 12.28.2022

A deep dive into African Swine Fever

Should UK farmers be concerned? African Swine Fever (ASF) is something that we’re hearing more and more about across Europe. It’s a viral disease that can affect both domestic pigs and wild boars, wit...
What is Coccidiosis?
by admin | 12.13.2022

What is Coccidiosis?

Coccidiosis is a disease of the intestinal tract of animals caused by the protozoan parasites of the subclass Coccidia, genus Eimeria. It is spread among animals when they come into contact with infec...
Poultry farm biosecurity checklist
by admin | 12.01.2022

Poultry farm biosecurity checklist

There are many diseases that affect today’s poultry. Some, like bird flu or Newcastle disease, are deadly to poultry. Without a robust biosecurity plan in place a poultry farm business leaves itself v...
Northern Ireland and Wales announce housing order
by admin | 11.28.2022

Northern Ireland and Wales announce housing order

Housing orders for Northern Ireland and Wales have been announced, following a decision made by the Chief Veterinary Officers for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Charting the current avian influenza (AI) landscape
by admin | 11.15.2022

Charting the current avian influenza (AI) landscape

Poultry farmers are facing the worst-ever avian flu outbreak ever recorded on British shores – with the disease even more pronounced amongst the national flock this season than it was last year. This ...
Housing order declared across the whole of England
by admin | 10.31.2022

Housing order declared across the whole of England

Following a decision by the UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Christine Middlemiss, all areas of England will be subject to a mandatory housing order from 00:01 on Monday 7th November.
New measures announced to support poultry industry with bird flu
by admin | 10.31.2022

New measures announced to support poultry industry with bird flu

Last week, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) announced new supportive measures, designed to support the British poultry industry as it continues to battle the largest outb...
Avian Influenza Prevention Zone declared across Great Britain
by admin | 10.17.2022

Avian Influenza Prevention Zone declared across Great Britain

As Great Britain continues to battle avian influenza, the Chief Veterinary Officers from England, Scotland and Wales declared an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone across the country, starting midday on ...
Do you need planning permission to build a barn on agricultural land?
by admin | 10.11.2022

Do you need planning permission to build a barn on agricultural land?

The planning rules for building on agricultural land are different to those for commercial or residential developments.
New Avian Influenza Prevention Zone declared
by admin | 09.27.2022

New Avian Influenza Prevention Zone declared

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) have declared a second regional Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) across Norfolk, Suffolk and parts of Essex.
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