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Could gulls increase avian influenza rates this summer?
The UK and European authorities have warned of wild gulls contributing to a rise of avian influenza. Black-headed Gulls (which breed inland), could increase the risk of poultry contracting avian flu in July to August 2023.
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DAERA lifts AIPZ across Northern Ireland
DAERA has lifted the AIPZ across Northern Ireland. This brings relief to farmers. However, it is still important to practise good biosecurity measures.
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Policy change: Option 2 for secondary cleansing and disinfection
Defra has made a change in policy relating to Option 2 secondary Cleansing and Disinfection (C&D), on an avian influenza infected premises.
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Livetec Systems nominated Trade Supplier of the Year at the 2023 National Egg & Poultry Awards!
Livetec Systems have again been nominated Trade Supplier of the Year at the 2023 National Egg & Poultry Awards and you can vote through the links provided in this blog.
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How is Salmonella spread?
Salmonella is a group of bacteria which can be found in the intestines of animals, especially poultry, and it poses a substantial threat to human health worldwide.
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How to declare a disease outbreak in the UK
If there is a disease outbreak the Government will step in with a series of measures to control the spread of the disease.
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Mental health: The struggles for farmers
Farming is rewarding work but can have an impact on a persons’ mental health. This post highlights the struggles farmers face and recommends support services.
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Zones during a bird flu outbreak (UK)
When an outbreak is suspected, the Government can introduce a series of preventative measures in the form of a number of zones depending on the level of the outbreak.
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Livetec Systems launch National Outbreak Plan as Britain counts the cost of worst ever avian influenza outbreak
Livetec's National Outbreak Plan simplifies the regulations and legislation set by assurance schemes and the UK government, and is suitable for backyard and commercial producers.
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Housing order lifted: why biosecurity is still necessary
On 18th April 2023, the housing measures were lifted in England, Northern Ireland and Wales, following a fall in the number of cases of avian influenza.
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