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Moredun and Orkney Livestock Association announce partnership
"We are looking forward to seeing how this partnership progresses and the benefits it brings to Orknet farmers" Karen Johnston, OLA.

OLA members will benefit from expert information and support. 

The Moredun Research Institute has announced a partnership with the Orkney Livestock Association (OLA), giving members access to research outputs, knowledge, skills and specialist expertise.

Through the partnership, OLA members will receive access to Moredun's member area which contains a wealth of information on livestock. OLA members will also be able to apply for the annual Moredun Foundation Award Scheme, with direct access to Moredon for advice on disease issues.

Karen Johnston, OLA, commented “We are delighted and very honoured to give our members the opportunity to benefit from expert information and support from such a prestigious and well-respected organisation. We are looking forward to seeing how this partnership progresses and the benefits it brings to Orkney farmers.”

With more than 12,000 members from the farming, veterinary and animal health community, Moredun's research outputs have made a significant impact both in the UK and the around the world. This is due, in part, to the unique relationship Moredun has with the farming community.

Prior to this collaboration, Moredun has taken part in several meeting and farm events in Orkney. Beth Wells, from Moredun, said: “Through these meetings, we have been fortunate to meet many of Orkney’s livestock farmers, who are well known for their high-quality beef production and we are delighted to be developing a closer working collaboration with OLA, which will be of huge benefit to both of our organisations.”

The OLA is a farmer-led organisation aimed at improving the health of Orkney’s cattle herds. The scheme was officially launched in February 2001 with a programme to eradicate BVD, which was followed by Johne’s eradication scheme in 2008.

Vet Willie Stewart, who is the chair of Moredun’s North of Scotland Regional Advisors Board, said: “The Moredun Research Institute is a world leader in the development of livestock vaccines, animal disease tests and control plans. I believe that OLA representing the cattle industry in Orkney can have a strong association with Moredun in the future."

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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.