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Date Posted: 05.10.2026

SCOPS warns the blowfly risk continues after warm, wet conditions

After a warm, dry summer in many areas, the recent shift to damper conditions has kept blowfly strike on the agenda for many sheep farmers. With September and October temperatures...

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Date Posted: 24.09.2026

Moredun Foundation Forum 2026 to Tackle Vaccine Equity for Livestock

This year’s Forum brings together voices from across the vaccine pipeline – industry, veterinary practice, global health, and regulation – for a frank panel discussion on why some livestock vaccines...

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Date Posted: 04.09.2026

Honorary Fellowships for Beth Wells, Kate Richards and Sir Muir Russell

The Moredun Foundation awarded three honorary fellowships to Dr Beth Wells, Dr Kate Richards and Sir Muir Russell at its AGM on Thursday, 3rd September, in recognition of their outstanding...

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Date Posted: 28.08.2026

Congratulations to Dr Philip Skuce among SRUC Honours recipients

Dr Philip Skuce received an Honorary Professorship from SRUC at this year’s graduation ceremonies in Glasgow. Dr Philip Skuce is an internationally recognised livestock parasitologist and Principal Research Scientist at...

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Date Posted: 03.08.2026

SCOPS & COWS PRESS RELEASE: Bluetongue virus (BTV): clear advice on insecticides, OP dips and...

The Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep (SCOPS) and Control of Worms Sustainably (COWS) urge livestock farmers to think twice before applying dips, insecticides or repellents to their livestock in...

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Date Posted: 23.07.2026

Moredun confirms continuity of worm resistance testing ahead of NSA Sheep Event

Moredun has stepped in to keep the Worm IgA test available to sheep breeders, ensuring uninterrupted access ahead of the NSA Sheep Event at Malvern  Ahead of the NSA Sheep...

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Date Posted: 30.06.2026

BVA presents outstanding vets with prestigious awards for exceptional achievements

BVA Advancement of Veterinary Science Award (Dalrymple-Champneys Cup and Medal) to Professor Tom McNeilly This established award recognises a BVA member who has helped to advance veterinary science and medicine...

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Date Posted: 22.06.2026

Red squirrel goals set out by experts

Experts from across Scotland set out ambitions to track and study iconic species in key report. Key actions to support red squirrel populations in Scotland have been identified by experts...

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Date Posted: 18.06.2026

Funding announced to support Scotland’s animal health, aquaculture and agritech sector

18 June 2026 – The Scottish Government has announced £150,000 funding to support the future development of Scotland’s animal health, aquaculture and agritech sector. The announcement was made at the...

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Date Posted: 17.06.2026

SCOPS urges vigilance as recent wet weather increases parasite risk in lambs

After a period of wet weather preceded by a hot, dry spell across many parts of the UK, SCOPS (Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep) is urging sheep farmers to...

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