Livestock: University of Dundee and Moredun Scientific: Advancing Cryptosporidiosis treatment

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By Susan Myles

Business Reporter

Good afternoon reader,

Welcome to the latest edition of our Livestock Newsletter, where we bring you the latest news on the beef, dairy and sheep industries.

A recent study by scientists from the University of Dundee, in collaboration with Moredun Scientific, has uncovered a potential breakthrough in treating Cryptosporidiosis in calves. This parasitic infection, caused by Cryptosporidium parvum, poses a serious concern for farmers due to the severe diarrhoea it causes in young livestock, often leading to reduced weight gain and substantial economic losses.

Meanwhile, a general licence has now been issued for the Bluetongue virus serotype 3 (BTV-3) vaccine across England, according to an announcement from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).

With Bonfire Night (Tuesday, 5 November) approaching, farmers are being advised on how to safeguard their livestock against potential stress caused by fireworks.

In livestock breeding Lour Estate, located on the outskirts of Forfar, spans over 2,000 acres and primarily focuses on arable and seed potato production, as well as housing a herd of 180 suckler cows.

In other news, Scotland’s environmental regulator is highlighting the financial risks of poor equipment maintenance, following a £600 civil penalty levied against a farm partnership in Annan for inadequate slurry storage management.

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A recent study conducted by scientists at the University of Dundee in collaboration with Moredun Scientific has revealed a potential breakthrough in the treatment of Cryptosporidiosis in calves

University of Dundee and Moredun Scientific: Advancing Cryptosporidiosis treatment

Scientists discover a potential new treatment for Cryptosporidiosis in calves, offering hope to farmers struggling with this costly parasitic infection.

Recently cases of Bluetongue in England reached 143

General license for BTV-3 vaccine introduced in England amid rising bluetongue cases

Defra announces the availability of the bluetongue serotype 3 vaccine across England, ensuring better protection for livestock and farmers.

Horse with fireworks in background, stock image.

Here's how to look after livestock during bonfire night

As Bonfire Night nears, farmers receive advice on protecting livestock from the stress and dangers caused by fireworks, ensuring animal safety.

Farm manager Kerr Howatson and Stockman Liam Walton Ref: RH260924044 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer...

Beef Shorthorn cattle fit perfectly into the system at Lour Estate, Forfar

Situated just on the outskirts of Forfar, you will find Lour Estate. Sprawling at just over 2000 acres, the business is based around arable and seed potato enterprises

Farmers face fine for inadequate slurry management Ref:RH150524249 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Annan farmers fined £600 for failure to meet slurry storage regulations

Scotland’s environmental regulator is emphasising the financial consequences of neglecting equipment maintenance, following a £600 civil penalty imposed on an Annan farm partnership for inadequate slurry storage management.

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