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Welsh Deputy Minister announces launch of independent dairy review
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An independent review of the Welsh dairy sector has been announced.

Review to be carried out in response to recent cuts in milk prices

Andy Richardson, a member of the Dairy Task Force for Wales, has agreed to undertake the independent review of the Welsh dairy sector, the Deputy Minister for Wales has announced.

Deputy Minister Rebecca Evans stated last month that the review would be carried out in response to the recent cuts in milk prices. The review will also consider the effectiveness of the Plan for Milk and Voluntary Code in Wales.

Speaking at the NFU annual conference yesterday (November 13) Rebecca Evans said: “Mr Richardson has a wealth of experience in the dairy sector and has been involved in similar high profile initiatives at a UK level so I am pleased that he has agreed to undertake this important work.

“I expect the review to provide clear strategic direction for the dairy sector across the whole supply chain, offering a series of recommendations that government and the industry can put in place to deliver resilience, economic growth and the creation of additional jobs within the industry here in Wales.”

The review process is expected to by completed by the end of February 2015. 

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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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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

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.