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Thousands of cattle dead at sea
2750 dead aboard ship in Red Sea

Thousands of cattle are dead aboard a live-export cargo ship currently somewhere off the coast of Eritrea in the Red Sea after an engine failure led to a failure in the ventilation system. The Gracia Del Mar, which was en route from Brazil to Egypt, had lost 2,750 cattle as of Monday 5th March according to Compassion in World Farming (CIWF).

The Gracia Del Mar has been refused permission to dock at a number of ports, including those in Egypt, due to the risk of disease posed by such a great number of carcases. Until the ship is given permission to dock, it is effectively stranded without support or access to the necessary veterinary expertise to adequately respond to the situation.

CIWF is urging supporters to contact the Egyptian and Brazilian Agriculture Ministers and call on them by pre-prepared e-mail to fulfil their respective responsibilities in this case. “Not only is it their responsibility to do so, but they have the resources to provide the support and veterinary expertise so urgently needed. They need to get the ship docked, get treatment to any surviving animals and bring this disaster to a close,” said a spokesperson.

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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.