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Study to ‘underpin direction of sheep genetics’
"...in the post-Brexit era, we are in a very strong position to influence how best to increase efficiencies in sheep meat production."
Experts aim to maximise genetic, economic and environmental gain

A new study is set to drive the future direction of sheep genetics in the UK, Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) has revealed.

The project team, led by SRUC, will be comprised of industry experts and researchers who will make breeding recommendations to maximise genetic, economic and environmental gain.

Dr Joanne Conington, livestock geneticist at SRUC, said: “This study will underpin the future direction of sheep genetics in the UK.

“It is timely because in the post-Brexit era, we are in a very strong position to influence how best to increase efficiencies in sheep meat production to better meet the needs of meat processors and consumers, while also keeping a close eye on welfare, environmental footprint and sheep meat quality.”

A review will report on the latest global developments in genetic and genomic approaches, and explore how these could enhance productivity and sustainability of the UK sheep flock.

This will inform the development of breeding goals to deliver gains in maternal upland, maternal lowland and terminal production systems. The goals will be further refined through stakeholder interviews and industry workshops.

Ultimately, the team will estimate the economic impact of implementing the breeding goals.

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FIVP announces third series of Practice Matters

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 The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has announced a third season of its podcast, Practice Matters.

Hosted by Ian Wolstenholme, series three will focus on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation, including a discussion about some of the expected impacts on independent veterinary colleagues.

Episode one launches on 13th January with guests Drs David Reader and Scott Summers, who will draw on their research into the CMA investigation and provide insights into themes such as transparency, pricing and consumer trust.

Ian Wolstenholme said: "In its third series, we will try and hone in on what the changes will mean in reality for independent practices with advice and guidance on implementation and delivery, drawing on the experience of our own team and other experts in the profession. Hope you can join us soon!" 

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Survey seeks ruminant sector views on antimicrobial stewardship

A new survey is seeking views of people working in the UK ruminant sector on how to tackle the challenge of demonstrating responsible antibiotic stewardship.

Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk