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Code of practice imminent for dairy farmers
Fairer pricing needed for dairy farmers

Following cross-industry talks at the Royal Welsh Show this July, a code of practice to ensure fairer pricing for dairy farmers is on the way.

At the show it was agreed by officials, farmers, processors and retailers that “in future, contracts between farmers and dairy processors will be freely negotiated, fairer and more transparent".

However, EFRACOM, the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee, have written to Jim Paice, minister for farming, to outline their frustration on the issue and to ensure the code is approved by September or they may call on Caroline Spelman, DEFRA secretary of state.

EFRACom chairman Anne McIntosh said: "We urge the Government to secure the voluntary code as a matter of priority. If it cannot then legislation must be considered. We are delighted that talks on the code are going ahead but we will reserve the possible decision to invite the Secretary of State before us in September if no formal decision is reached."


DEFRA has announced that talks to formalise a code will take place during August 2012, with the aim of ensuring individual farmers are able to negotiate the terms of their milk contacts, including pricing and notice periods.

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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.