Latest update / news

15-08-18

We are delighted to share with you the University of Nottingham Sheep Antibiotic Use Calculator. It is a tool which has been designed to provide a practical, simple, to...

05-07-18

African Swine Fever – clinical signs, pathology and situation update

The Pirbright Institute and APHA have compiled images with captions to illustrate the clinical signs and gross pathology of African swine fever (ASF) to assist pig keepers...

12-06-18

Talking Sheep Devon Wed 4th July

Following the success of the Talking Sheep meetings, we are very pleased to announce our meetings are back for 2018. Organised by members of the ...

12-06-18

First case of resistance to group 4 wormer (monepantel) is reported in the UK

SCOPS calls for action as first case of resistance to group 4 wormer (monepantel) is reported in the UK

The recent publication of the first case of...

13-04-18

Talking Sheep Richmond 8 May 2018

Following the success of the Talking Sheep meetings, we are very pleased to announce our meetings are back for 2018. Organised by members of the ...

29-03-18

Talking sheep Penrith 16 May 2018

Following the success of the Talking Sheep meetings, we are very pleased to announce our meetings are back for 2018. Organised by members of the ...

06-03-18

SCOPS launch new website

Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep (SCOPS) have launched an all-new, improved website...

23-02-18

Antibiotic Use

The SVS has been working with an industry groups (RUMA, SHAWG, AHDB) on responsible use of antibiotics in the sheep industry.

Although as a sector our overall use...

20-02-18

Moredun Award Scheme

Applications open for 2018 Moredun Foundation Award Scheme

The Moredun Foundation is delighted to announce that applications are now open for the...

02-02-18

Talking Sheep Hereford 27 Feb 18

Following the success of the Talking Sheep meetings, we are very pleased to announce our meetings are back for 2018. Organised by members of the ...

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