Agri-Business
Ireland recognised as having negligible BSE risk status
The decision by the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) to recognise Ireland as having a negligible risk for bovine...
OIE
Pig/Poultry
Quarter of world's pigs could be lost to ASF - OIE president
Around a quarter of the world’s population of pigs could die from African swine fever (ASF), according to the president...
Sponsored
Info events set for farmers interested in Wagyu cattle
Warrendale Wagyu Ireland is currently seeking farmers interested in producing, rearing and finishing Wagyu cattle. The group is set to...
Rural Life
World's best animal health photos unveiled...here's how to check them out
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has published the long-awaited results of its fifth annual photography competition. The competition...
Agri-Business
Antibiotics used for animal growth promotion by 45 countries
Although going in the right direction, farmers from 45 countries globally are still using antibiotics for growth promotion, according to...
Pig/Poultry
More severe strain of bird flu wreaks havoc in China
Countries trading in Chinese poultry should step up surveillance at their own farms, markets and border checkpoints, to prevent the...
Agri Politics
UK farmers urged to contact vets as Bluetongue outbreaks continue in France
As yet more Bluetongue outbreaks are confirmed in France, the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) in the UK has urged farmers...
Beef
Louth BSE case - full report of positive case
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has reported the full background to the BSE case in Co. Louth. Based...
Beef
Irish BSE risk reduced to 'negligible'
The World Animal Health Organisation (OIE) has recognised Ireland as a country having a negligible risk for bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE)....
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Native Tree Area Scheme: Making it easier to plant trees
If you’re a farmer looking to generate extra income, the Native Tree Area Scheme (NTAS) is a great opportunity to...
