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What is biosecurity?
Biosecurity is essential for livestock protection, but what actually is it and how can farmers implement the measures in their farming businesses?
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Avian influenza in pets
According to a recent report by the World Health Organisation, the avian influenza virus H5N1, is on the rise in cats. The source of exposure to the virus is still unknown.
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Understanding fomites and their role in avian flu
Fomites are any objects or surfaces that can harbour and spread infectious organisms. Some common examples of fomites include clothes, equipment, tools, surfaces, and furniture. In the context of avian flu, fomites play a crucial role in the spread of the virus, as birds often shed the virus onto various surfaces and objects.
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Livetec wins at the National Egg and Poultry Awards 2023
In recognition of our ongoing support for the UK’s poultry farmers Livetec were nominated for the Trade Supplier of the Year 2023, and are so pleased to have won!
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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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