What is the best bedding option for cows?14 Jan 2019Current evidence suggests that sand is the preferred bedding for dairy cows, while mattresses and straw are worse options
Robotic milking and mastitis control29 Dec 2018As an unbiased party, vets can help farmers make the right decision over whether to invest in a milking robot
Updates from the cattle congress21 Dec 2018Mastitis, antibiotics and Brexit were covered in the broad programme at the 2018 British Cattle Veterinary Association Congress
Working together to tackle mastitis12 Dec 2018At the British Mastitis Conference, antimicrobials, dry cow therapy and teat sealants were highlighted as topics to discuss with farmers
Important ectoparasites of sheep and cattle23 Nov 2018A summary of common and emerging exotic ectoparasites found on farmed ruminants in the UK
Lessons in TB control from home and abroad21 Nov 2018At the Official Vet Conference 2018, discussions around bovine TB ranged from badger ecology in the UK to white-tailed deer hunting in the US
Will the profession embrace government plans to control future disease threats?15 Nov 2018Delegates at the Official Vet Conference 2018 had the opportunity to question the APHA’s proposals for adapting the workforce post-Brexit
Preparing for fluke this winter10 Nov 2018Following one of the hottest summers on record, how vigilant should we be against liver fluke?
How will the large animal workforce diversify after Brexit?30 Oct 2018Paraprofessionals may be further utilised as tuberculin testers and certification support officers, delegates heard at the Official Vet Conference 2018
Veterinary practices and antibiotic milk failures14 Oct 2018The MilkSure programme aims to reduce the number of milk samples failing antibiotic tests through vet and farmer collaboration
Iceberg diseases in sheep12 Oct 2018Practical strategies for the diagnosis, management and prevention of insidious infectious conditions seen in sheep
A plasma lifeline for crias11 Oct 2018An introduction to collecting blood from camelids and using the plasma to save newborn crias
Introducing the UK's new Chief Veterinary Officer28 Sep 2018Find out what the key priorities will be for Christine Middlemiss in her first year as the UK's Chief Veterinary Officer
Cattle hoof care standards05 Sep 2018Veterinary surgeons in cattle practice are urged to review their approach to the management and treatment of the bovine hoof
Is farm animal welfare a public good?28 Jul 2018It has been suggested that more clarity will be needed over farm animal welfare considerations going forward
Bovine TB and the “whoomph” effect24 Jun 2018If bovine TB testing was reduced today, would the incidence of the disease suddenly increase?
The latest on lameness06 May 2018A summary of discussions at the Cattle Lameness Academy Seminar held on 28 March
Transition management for dairy herds23 Apr 2018A look at the impacts of block calving and the importance of vet-farmer communication
A new ministry for dairy17 Apr 2018At the Dairy in a Day conference, a dairy promotion plan was introduced and updates were provided on antibiotic use and milk prices
Is more effort required for BVD eradication?17 Apr 2018How far have we come over the last year and what are the next steps?
