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Why are we getting cases of bird flu in July?
The UK is still suffering from bird flu outbreaks in July due to the H5N1 strain of the virus decimating UK’s wild birds and carried here by migratory birds.
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The latest on African Swine Fever
In early July 2023, African Swine Fever jumped 800 miles in Italy from the Piedmont and Lazio regions to Calabria, a worrying development for EU & UK food health agencies.
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GB-wide Avian Influenza Prevention Zone has been lifted
As of the 4th July 2023, the Animal and Plant Health Agency has lifted the GB-wide Avian Influenza Prevention Zone.
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What is Fowl Typhoid?
Fowl Typhoid is a disease caused by Salmonella enterica Gallinarum affecting the liver, lungs, heart and intestines with mature chickens being particularly susceptible.
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Heat stress in poultry affecting poultry production
Poultry production has changed to keep up with supplying food. Working in hot weather can cause heat stress in poultry which can impact a farmers' business.
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Young farmers ‘continuously anxious’ about their futures
According to a new survey by the National Federation of Young Farmers' Club (NFYFC), young farmers are worried about their career and the future of the industry.
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RSPB temporarily bans game bird releases to stop disease
The RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) is temporarily prohibiting the release of captive bred gamebirds and mallards for shooting in the UK this summer. This is to help limit the spread of avian influenza.
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The British Lion Code launched version 8
On its 25th anniversary, the British Lion Code of Practice introduced version 8, incorporating the most recent scientific and veterinary guidance, along with industry knowledge.
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What are red mites?
Red mites in poultry are scientifically known as Dermanyssus gallinae. Red mites are a parasite that feeds off the blood of poultry. Birds that can get infected by red mites include chickens, pigeons, turkeys, canaries, and various wild birds.
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What is Avian Encephalomyelitis?
Avian Encephalomyelitis, also known as Tremovirus A, is a viral disease which impacts the central nervous system (CNS) of young chickens. Other mammals that can be affected by the disease include turkeys, pigeons and Japanese quail.
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