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Bovine TB conference will address global issues
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The VI international conference on bovine TB will take place in Cardiff next month.
An international conference will host speakers and discussions on the global problem of bovine TB

A conference will take place in Cardiff on June 16-19, to discuss the global problem of bovine TB.
 
Co-hosted by the British Cattle Veterinary Association (BCVA), the VI International Mycobacterium bovis (M bovis) Conference will be attended by international delegates from countries including Ethiopia and New Zealand.
 
The event, which moves across the world every four years, will maintain the core values of the previous conferences, which have seen it grow in global importance.
 
Attended by over 300 leading figures in the field and experts in animal and human health, the event will host discussions on a range of topics, and key note addresses will be delivered by scientific experts from across the world.
 
These speakers are all highly regarded in their fields, and will present on a range of subjects including TB epidemiology, vaccination, social science and economics, diagnostics, wildlife, policy options and practical delivery issues.
 
Professor Christianne Glossop, chief veterinary officer for Wales, said: “TB is one of the most serious animal health issues faced in Wales, and we have a commitment to eradicate it.
 
"I am delighted that the conference is coming to Wales. As well as learning from others from across the world, we are looking forward to sharing our eradication programme based on an annual testing regime, improved standards of biosecurity.
 
“Production systems and farming conditions may vary but the basic principles of infectious disease control are the same the world over and this is a fantastic opportunity for Wales and the UK.”
 
Among those in attendance will be research manager at New Zealand’s Animal Health Board and chair of the TB Control Programme Technical Advisory Group, Dr Paul Livingstone; head scientist at TB AHVLA, Professor Glyn Hewinson; and professor of veterinary epidemiology and risk assessment, Professor Simon More. 
 
The full programme for the conference can be viewed here.
 
For more information please contact the BCVA Office by phoning 01452 725 735 or by email.
 

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.