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Bovine Viral Diarrhoea proposals backed
NFUS is supporting the Scottish government's BVD plans

The Scottish government have made proposals to eradicate Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD), and has been backed by the National Farmers Union Scotland (NFUS).

NFUS is behind the government's plans to help remove the cattle disease completely, which include a requirement to declare BVD status of a herd or individual at breeding sales and making it illegal to knowingly sell a persistently infected (PI) animal - PI being the initial BVD infection.

The disease, has a number of costly effects for farmers of PI cattle, which can include infertility and other reproductive disorders, premature death and fatal mucosal disease. However, it is believed that with co-operation, the disease can be eradicated.

'This consultation gives us the opportunity to legislate to stop movements of animals known to be PI and therefore posing the greatest risk of continuing the spread of the disease,' said Rob Livesey, livestock committee chairman. 'These animals are extremely infectious and this would be a great step forward in terms of disease eradication.'

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.