The unpredictability with the changing climate means the pattern of parasite prevalence can also change, and as a result, monitoring for parasites is more important than…
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The UK Chief Veterinary Officer has set out further measures to mitigate the spread of bluetongue virus serotype 3 (BTV-3). The changes introduced include: Following the…
With the ongoing bluetongue situation in the UK, SCOPS is reminding farmers, vets and advisors that insecticides will not prevent midges biting livestock so should not…
The UK Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer has confirmed a case of Bluetongue virus BTV3 in a single sheep at a premises near Haddiscoe, South Norfolk, the…
Two young UK sheep farmers have gained an invaluable insight into the global sheep industry during a week-long tour in Southern Australia representing the National Sheep…
The National Sheep Association (NSA) has issued a renewed call for urgent action to address the escalating problem of sheep worrying by dogs, a serious concern…
The pressures facing UK sheep farmers were recognised by new Farming Minister Daniel Zeichner this week at the National Sheep Association (NSA) Sheep Event 2024 with…
The Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep (SCOPS) Group is delighted to announce the first episode of the second series of its popular podcast is now…
NoBACZ Healthcare, the wound protection company spun out from the University of Cambridge, has launched NoBACZ Navel, a patented, rapid-setting and long-lasting solution for navel dipping…
A sudden increase in temperatures and continued localised rain mean farmers must be vigilant for fly issues in sheep and take steps to prevent significant production…
