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RCVS Knowledge launches VetTeamAMR
An online equine event is being held on Tuesday, 6 June.
The initiative aims to give vet teams the knowledge and tools to combat AMR.

RCVS Knowledge has announced the launch of VetTeamAMR, which is an initiative to give veterinary teams the knowledge and tools to counter the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

Free, evidence-based resources and tools will be offered via VetTeamAMR to support responsible antimicrobial use by equine, companion, and farm teams. 

To launch the initiative, RCVS Knowledge is hosting a series of free events, commencing on Tuesday, 6 June at 7pm. In this online event, the issue of AMR in equine medicine will be explored, and VetTeamAMR materials will be launched specifically for equine veterinary teams.

The initiative for equine teams will be introduced by Tim Mair, VetTeamAMR equine clinical lead at RCVS Knowledge. It includes a learning platform and free antimicrobial audit tool, which is designed to support continuous improvements in national antimicrobial stewardship efforts.

An event for companion and animal teams will take place on Tuesday, 20 June.

Part of VetTeamAMR, Farm Vet Champions was launched in 2021 and has successfully been supporting veterinary teams in the farm animal sector to improve antimicrobial stewardship.

AMR is a global issue that poses a threat to both humans and animals. VetTeamAMR is partly funded by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate and sees veterinary teams and stakeholders from companion, equine and farm backgrounds collaborate to implement changes to combat AMR nationally.

Chris Gush, executive director at RCVS Knowledge said: “AMR is a hugely important issue for us at RCVS Knowledge and we are pleased to be able to provide veterinary teams with free tools and resources to support the responsible use of antimicrobials. 

“Antibiotics remain the primary treatment for potentially fatal bacterial infections. Yet inappropriate use of antibiotics has led to resistance that has created a global animal and human health emergency.

“With busy veterinary practices in mind, we have worked alongside veterinary experts to create accessible and user-friendly VetTeamAMR tools and resources and we encourage all UK veterinary practices to get involved.”

The equine VetTeamAMR event can be booked online.

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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NSA webinar explores sheep tailing and castration

The National Sheep Association (NSA) is to host a free webinar on the castration and tail docking of lambs.

The webinar, 'Understanding the tailing and castration consultation: A guide for sheep farmers', will be hosted online on Monday, 2 March 2026 at 7.30pm.

It comes during a government consultation into the methods used for these procedures. Farmers are encouraged to engage before the consultation period closes on Monday, 9 March 2026.

The webinar offers clear and actionable guidance to support farmers to contribute meaningfully to the consultation and prepare for potential changes.

On the panel will be former SVS president Kate Hovers, farmer and vet Ann Van Eetvelt and SRUC professor in Animal Health and Veterinary Sciences Cathy Dwyer. Each panel member will utilise their own specialism and expertise to evaluate risks and outcomes to sheep farming.

Find out more about the webinar on the NSA website.