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Majority of shoppers 'willing to pay more for milk'
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Eighty per cent of people said they would pay more for milk if the extra money went to dairy farmers.
Survey suggests a rising number of people are sympathetic to dairy farmers

A rising number of consumers (80 per cent) say they would be willing to pay more for milk, if all the extra money went to dairy farmers.

British dairy farmers have come under a media spotlight in recent months due to rapidly falling milk prices. As a possible consequence, more and more consumers appear to be sympathetic.

Since October 2013, 74-76 per cent of consumers said they would pay more for milk, according to findings from quarterly YouGov surveys carried out for AHDB and DairyCo. This figure has risen to 80 per cent, according to the latest survey, conducted on February 23-25.

Just seven per cent of respondents said they would not pay more for milk, while nearly one in five said they would be willing to pay over 20p more.

Retail milk prices are falling, partly due to rising competition for market share, and price cuts to key everyday grocery items are an important part of retailers' low pricing strategies.

Commenting on the findings, DairyCo says that while consumers say they would pay more for milk, this may not translate into action. However, the findings do illustrate an increasing sympathy with dairy farmers.

To view more of the findings visit: http://www.dairyco.org.uk/news/news-articles/february-2015/more-shoppers-willing-to-pay-extra-for-milk/#.VO7bXxZvY5Q

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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.