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New biosecurity handbook for horse venues
The guidance aims to bring equines safely together at all types of competition or meeting.
The resource aims to help in the fight against disease transmission.

British Equestrian has announced the launch of a new handbook for horse events venues and organisers to help reduce disease transmission.

Compiled by industry leaders and veterinary experts, Reducing disease risk together: Advice notes for venues which host horse gatherings aims to bring equines safely together at all types of competition or meeting, keep horses healthy and the equestrian scene active.

The 16-page document has been compiled in collaboration with the Equine Infectious Disease Advisory Group (EIDAG), and follows on from the comprehensive guide for reducing spread of disease, released in September 2021.

It includes comprehensive guidance on infectious disease management, risk reduction strategies, practical biosecurity and recommendations for venues with horses that are permanent residents.

EIDAG chair Celia Marr said: “It’s incredibly gratifying to be able to launch our second biosecurity resource to the equestrian industry on behalf of British Equestrian. The members Equine Infectious Disease Advisory Group have worked hard to produce this handbook which we hope venues will find a great asset – and hope all equestrians will also read it as we all have a role to play in safeguarding the health of our own horses, and that of the national equine herd.

“I’m grateful for the support and contribution of EIDAG members and their knowledge and insight, which has made the handbook possible.”

The book is available to view or download from britishequestrian.org.uk

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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