51AV视频

Farmers face 拢96m bill from bTB, new report says

Almost 拢50 million (51.4%) of the total cost is carried by herds that have had no breakdown, the study has revealed

Chris Brayford
clock 鈥� 4 min read
UFU deputy-president Glenn Cuddy said: "This analysis highlights that bTB is not only a persistent animal health issue, but a significant economic one, representing a major and persistent drag on farm profitability."
Image:

UFU deputy-president Glenn Cuddy said: "This analysis highlights that bTB is not only a persistent animal health issue, but a significant economic one, representing a major and persistent drag on farm profitability."

More work is needed to support farmers from the heartbreaking impact of bovine TB (bTB) after a new study revealed the agricultural sector in Northern Ireland (NI) is footing a near 拢100 million bill to...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358
Join Now

听

More on Animal Health

New preparedness strategy to prevent outbreak of African swine fever
Animal Health

New preparedness strategy to prevent outbreak of African swine fever

Defra says the revised strategy introduces a more flexible, risk-based framework designed to control disease effectively without imposing severe restrictions on famers and producers

Jane Thynne
clock 14 May 2026 鈥� 2 min read
85% of farmers oppose white-tailed eagle reintroduction, NFU survey reveals
Animal Health

85% of farmers oppose white-tailed eagle reintroduction, NFU survey reveals

Concerns within the farming community about the consequences of re-introducing the large apex predator were highlighted in the survey

Mia Willemsen
clock 05 May 2026 鈥� 2 min read
British Veterinary Association calls for an end to all cages for laying hens
Animal Health

British Veterinary Association calls for an end to all cages for laying hens

Industry defends farmers saying production supports sustained demand for UK eggs

Jane Thynne
clock 30 April 2026 鈥� 2 min read