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Ending of requirement to trace test cattle on Approved Finishing Units

Cattle on active Approved Finishing Units in England, which have been traced from a holding on which there has been a new TB breakdown, will no longer require any testing for tracing purposes, unless a Veterinary Risk Assessment deems such testing necessary.

Defra announces strengthened cattle controls to help eradicate bovine TB

Measures to reduce the risk of bovine TB being spread between cattle are to be strengthened as part of the Government’s plan to eradicate the disease in England.

Cleansing and disinfection of premises prior to lifting of TB restrictions

AHVLA has reviewed the requirement in legislation for livestock owners to confirm their premises have been cleansed and disinfected before TB related restrictions are lifted.

Publication of Surveillance Advisory Group's final report

AHVLA has welcomed the findings of the Independent Surveillance Advisory Group, set up to recommend a future delivery model for veterinary surveillance in England and Wales.

Invitation to tender

An invitation to tender has been issued seeking applications for providers of Whole House Gassing services.

New rabies virus discovered in Tanzania

A new type of rabies virus has been discovered in Tanzania by scientists from AHVLA and the University of Glasgow.

FSA takes on dairy hygiene inspections

From April 2012, Food Standards Agency (FSA) staff will be taking over the role of dairy hygiene inspectors on farms in England and Wales, continuing the work of AHVLA who previously conducted this work on the FSA’s behalf.

Information on Schmallenberg virus

The page includes an information note for farmers and vets in Great Britain available in English and Welsh. This was updated on 5 March. See also information for visitors to farms.

Further updates on GB testing results are available on the AHVLA website.