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Biosecurity measures in livestock farms
When developing a biosecurity plan, there are many routine components you should consider which go a long way to mitigating potential spread of disease in your livestock.
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Why are red mites a concern to bird keepers?
Red mites live and breed in chicken and turkey coops and sheds. They cause great discomfort to poultry, and in the most severe cases, fatalities. Biosecurity is essential.
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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.
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Why is biosecurity important to farmers?
Good on-farm biosecurity will reduce the risks of a disease incursion and will ensure that should your gate controls fail and a disease outbreak occurs you have a plan in place.
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Symptoms of bird flu in chickens
Early symptoms of bird flu can be difficult to spot in chickens, but knowing what to watch out for can help you reduce the impact of the disease amongst your poultry.
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A deep dive into African Swine Fever
African Swine Fever is not yet present in the UK, but it continues to be a looming threat. 2,000,000 pigs have been affected globally since 2020. Biosecurity is essential in preventing ASF entering the UK.
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How does Marek’s disease impact chicken, poultry and farming?
Marek’s disease is a highly contagious viral disease that primarily affects chickens and is recorded to have mortality rates from tumours reaching between 40% and 80%.
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What is Coccidiosis?
Coccidiosis is a disease of the intestinal tract caused by the protozoan parasites of the subclass Coccidia, genus Eimeria which chickens are susceptible to.
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Poultry farm biosecurity checklist
Without a robust biosecurity plan in place a poultry farm business leaves itself vulnerable to a potential disease outbreak and a biosecurity checklist is at the heart of it.
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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.
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