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Uruguay bans EU genetic material imports
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Concern over Schmallenberg Virus prompts ban

Uruguay’s Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries has announced a ban on the import of all genetic material from the European Union, citing concerns over the Schmallenberg Virus (SBV). The ban will hold until such time as it can be demonstrated that SBV cannot be transmitted by genetic material. EU research has acknowledged that “there are risks of vertical transmissions (cow to calf) of the disease as well as with semen or embryos.”

A statement from the Ministry said that “Taking into account the fact that the EU is developing studies relative to epidemiologic characteristics of the disease with the purpose of implementing effective diagnosis and control measures, the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries has decided to temporary suspend the access to the country, and transit, of genetic material of species susceptible to the Schmallenberg Virus from countries suffering the disease. Only genetic material previous to May first 2011 will be allowed into Uruguay”.

Uruguay's farming sector imported 65,626 shipments of cattle semen from Denmark, France, Germany, Holland, Spain, Sweden and the UK last year. The majority of the imports were in the form of Holstein Dairy Cattle semen, originating from the Netherlands.

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Free CPD announced for BVNA members

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 Zoetis is to present a CPD event for free to members of the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA).

Led by veterinary consultant Ruth Moxon, the one-hour online session is designed to help veterinary nurses discuss parasiticide options with clients. It will advise on structuring recommendations, factors for product choice and moving away from 'selling'.

'How do you recommend parasite treatments to your clients?' will be presented on Tuesday, 20 May at 7.30pm. It is free for BVNA members, with 15.00 tickets for non-members.

Veterinary nurses can email cpd@bvna.co.uk to book their place. 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.