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Animal feed

How do dairy calves react to different feeding strategies?

New research from a team at the University of Bristol Veterinary School gives a valuable insight into the behaviour of dairy calves. Crucially, it looks at how they behave differently in response to different animal feed strategies. This in turn can have a big impact on welfare. Let’s have a closer look at the details, as well as what it means for farmers. Continue reading

Wellingtons

Choose reliable wellingtons for gardening

Gardening is one of the Great British pastimes. Millions of people put time in to tending their gardens, including at home or allotments. It became more popular during covid. Whether you grow flowers, fruit and veg, or anything else, it’s incredibly rewarding. However, you need to ensure you have the right gear. A good pair of wellingtons is a smart investment. Let’s have a closer look and see what you should think about when you choose your footwear. Continue reading

Animal health

Animal health is dangerously underfunded

The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) is warning that governments around the world need to do more to fund animal health systems. They are dangerously underfunded in numerous countries and territories. This is despite the fact that disease crises are becoming more serious. It increases the risk of food insecurity, and can also have a massive impact on human health if disease passes on to people. Continue reading