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Cornwall Deer population rising
 
Photograph - Alan Spellman
20-strong herds spotted regularly

A population survey is being carried out to determine the current state of Cornwall's deer population. The survey was prompted by reports of regular sightings of 20-strong herds by the British Deer Society's South-West Branch, and its findings will be published in the summer. The presumed population rise is believed to stem from the 2001 Foot and Mouth Outbreak, which led to restrictions on the movements of livestock or culling outright and therefore allowed deer more space to roam.

Commenting, Regional Spokesperson of the British Deer Society Paul Messenger explained "I'm seeing a greater number and more people come to the society and say they saw one or two deer a few years ago but now they're seeing herds of 10 or 20 at a time."

The British Deer Society believe that approximately 350,000 deer are culled across the UK each year to prevent the damage to habitat and agriculture that accompanies overpopulation. "If deer are left to their own devices the numbers will continue to increase. We'll have more road traffic accidents, great losses to agriculture." Mr Messenger added.

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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