Richard Gard

What were the key takeaway messages from the Total Dairy Seminar 2019?

Recent steps forward in pain recognition and mastitis were discussed at the 2019 Total Dairy Seminar

Will the vet’s role evolve in an updated picture of bovine TB in the UK?

Analysing the network of cattle movements in the UK could improve the control of diseases, including bovine TB

What does it mean to be a sustainable large animal practice?

The problems encountered with milking in developing African countries are very different to those we’re used to in the UK

Views on control methods were exchanged in a meeting attended by vet Dick Sibley, TB activist Brian May and a range of professionals involved with TB control

Views on control methods were exchanged in a meeting attended by vet Dick Sibley, TB activist Brian May and a range of professionals involved with TB control

What are the current priorities for vets working in the large animal sector?

Mastitis, antibiotics and Brexit were covered in the broad programme at the 2018 British Cattle Veterinary Association Congress

At the British Mastitis Conference, antimicrobials, dry cow therapy and teat sealants were highlighted as topics to discuss with farmers

Delegates at the Official Vet Conference 2018 had the opportunity to question the APHA’s proposals for adapting the workforce post-Brexit

The MilkSure programme aims to reduce the number of milk samples failing antibiotic tests through vet and farmer collaboration

Veterinary surgeons in cattle practice are urged to review their approach to the management and treatment of the bovine hoof

It has been suggested that more clarity will be needed over farm animal welfare considerations going forward

If bovine TB testing was reduced today, would the incidence of the disease suddenly increase?

A summary of discussions at the Cattle Lameness Academy Seminar held on 28 March

A look at the impacts of block calving and the importance of vet-farmer communication

At the Dairy in a Day conference, a dairy promotion plan was introduced and updates were provided on antibiotic use and milk prices

How far have we come over the last year and what are the next steps?