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Farmers who take TB risks face lower payments
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Rebecca Evans: "I have decided to change our legislation to introduce measures which will penalise people who are undertaking risky practices."
Compensation could be reduced under new rules in Wales

Welsh farmers who undertake 'risky' practices that may aid the spread of TB could have their compensation payments reduced, under new rules set to come into force.

The move was announced this week by Rebecca Evans, Welsh deputy minister for farming and food.  It follows a recent consultation on proposals to change the Tuberculosis (Wales) Order 2010.

Ms Evans said the proposals are intended to strike a balance between fair compensation of farmers, incentivising the minimisation of risks and penalising risky behaviour.

"After careful consideration I have decided to change our legislation to introduce measures which will penalise people who are undertaking risky practices which can jeopardise the success of the TB eradication programme."

Ms Evans also said she believes the majority of farmers abide by the rules and therefore little will change for them - they will continue to receive full compensation based on market value.

"The new legislation will provide us with the powers to reduce compensation for those people who have broken the rules," she added.

The legislation will be drafted over the coming months, during which time the government will engage with the farming industry on practical issues.

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RUMA CA&E extends survey deadline

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 RUMA CA&E has extended the deadline for its online survey into vaccine availability.

Vets, SQPs, retailers and wholesalers will now have until Friday, 26 September at 5pm to submit their response.

The survey aims to further understanding into the vaccine supply challenges faced by the sector. It will also consider the short and long term impacts of disruption issues.

Insights are anonymous, and will be shared with industry stakeholders and government bodies.

The survey can be accessed here. 

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BSAVA publishes Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice

The BSAVA has added a small animal nutrition advice booklet to its series of BSAVA guides.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice offers a resource for veterinary professionals to provide appropriate nutrition for animals. As well as maintaining the wellbeing of healthy pets, the guide explores how nutritional requirements change in times of illness and disease.

The guide is divided into five sections, which explore the importance of nutritional assessment; diet types; feeding at different life stages; feeding for specific situations; and feeding for specific diseases. Online resources are also in the BSAVA Library including client handouts and videos.

It is designed to be suitable for referencing, in-depth case planning and team training sessions.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice can be purchased online from the BSAVA store.