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Livestock 2012 will see launch of new dairy code
 Details expected in key note speech

The Livestock 2012 event, which is taking place next month, is expected to see the voluntary code of practice on dairy contract being launched in the Farming Ministers key note speech.

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers (RABDF), who have organised the event, say Jim Paice will address visitors on the first day of Livestock 2012 at Birmingham’s NEC on September 4th and 5th.

Mr Paice will tour the event, providing farmers with the opportunity to discuss the code's implications and his take on other industry issues, including the future for producer organisations as an option.

David Cotton, RABDF chairman, said: “With 98 per cent of exhibitors selling dairy products and services, dairying will remain a key focus at Livestock 2012, the first UK specialist business event to embrace all species - dairy, beef sheep, goats, pigs and poultry - and is scheduled to attract well over 16,000 visitors.

“And for dairy farmers in particular, the event will offer them the chance to meet not only with processors and their respective farmer representatives to discuss the forthcoming season’s milk prices, but equally important, the time to catch up with the nutrition companies to discuss winter feed options.”

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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.