November 14, 2007
Avian Influenza update: precautionary culling
DEFRA has reported that following initial epidemiological work and veterinary assessment, four further premises have been identified as Dangerous Contacts.
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Poultry
November 13, 2007
Avian Influenza H5 confirmed in Suffolk/Norfolk
November 12: Defra has confirmed Avian Influenza in turkeys on a premises near Diss on the Norfolk/Suffolk border after preliminary tests were positive for the H5 strain. The premises also contain ducks and geese. All…
November 6, 2007
Hugh’s chicken campaign
November 2007: River Cottage founder Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall has launched a campaign to improve conditions of broiler chickens which are factory farmed for meat.
November 5, 2007
Emus ‘no longer on danger list’
November 2007: Emus have been removed from the list of animals requiring a Dangerous Wild Animals Licence.
November 5, 2007
Avian Flu
Avian influenza is a highly contagious viral disease affecting the respiratory, digestive and/or nervous system of many species of birds.
November 2, 2007
Are your hens the sporty type?
November 2007: An experiment has shown that the average hen walks 1,460 miles in its lifetime.
September 21, 2007
Avian influenza – latest advice
Victoria Roberts looks at some of the latest information for poultry keepers and pet owners on Defra’s website www.defra.gov.uk
September 21, 2007
How can I tell if it’s avian influenza?
Victoria Roberts BVSc MRCVS, Country Smallholding Vet's forum, describes the symptoms of Avian Influenza
September 21, 2007
Avian influenza – preventative measures
Victoria Roberts BVSc MRCVS, Country Smallholding Vet's forum, suggests preventive measures for Avian Influenza:
September 21, 2007
Avian flu – keeping poultry indoors
Katie Thear looks at the issues surrounding keeping poultry indoors in the light of the risk of avian flu
