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Bee testing takes place in Scotland
Health checks provide insight to valuable insect

Scotland's first ever bee health survey has taken place, to help inform future decisions relating to bee health.

The survey was conducted with the help of 10 per cent of Scotland's beekeepers, involving inspections and testing throughout the country.

Samples from 60 adult bees from each site were taken, as well as a questionnaire completed by each beekeeper and a floor sample tray from each apairy.

Results will provide a snapshot of the nation's bee health, and will help when making decisions about the treatment of diseases, pests and emerging threats to the insect.

The bee health check comes after a Honey Bee Health Strategy for Scotland, which was developed by the Scottish Government in order to track the country's bee population.

"Bees have a vital role to play in our ecosystem," said Environment Minister Paul Wheelhouse. "Not just because they produce honey and other products, but because of their valuable contribution to the pollination of many crops and wild plants.

"Bees can also be an early warning system for other problems which may be developing in our environment. That is why it is important that we monitor bee health and ensure our bees stay healthy, particularly as they are susceptible to a wide variety of threats, including pets and diseases."

Testing is currently taking place at the Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture (SASA) labs.

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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.