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12-06-18

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 ...

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 ...

22-01-18

#COLOSTRUMISGOLD Campaign aims to slash antibiotic use

UK livestock sectors are teaming up next month to promote the ‘liquid gold’ properties of colostrum in reducing the need for antibiotics and improving their lifetime...

18-01-18

Talking Sheep Northumberland 12 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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