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Livestock 2012 will see launch of new dairy code
 Details expected in key note speech

The Livestock 2012 event, which is taking place next month, is expected to see the voluntary code of practice on dairy contract being launched in the Farming Ministers key note speech.

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers (RABDF), who have organised the event, say Jim Paice will address visitors on the first day of Livestock 2012 at Birmingham’s NEC on September 4th and 5th.

Mr Paice will tour the event, providing farmers with the opportunity to discuss the code's implications and his take on other industry issues, including the future for producer organisations as an option.

David Cotton, RABDF chairman, said: “With 98 per cent of exhibitors selling dairy products and services, dairying will remain a key focus at Livestock 2012, the first UK specialist business event to embrace all species - dairy, beef sheep, goats, pigs and poultry - and is scheduled to attract well over 16,000 visitors.

“And for dairy farmers in particular, the event will offer them the chance to meet not only with processors and their respective farmer representatives to discuss the forthcoming season’s milk prices, but equally important, the time to catch up with the nutrition companies to discuss winter feed options.”

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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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.