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Modified terms and conditions, and summary of changes, for Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier and Higher Tier agreements between 1 January 2016 to 31 December 2020.
How to avoid becoming unwell while visiting a farm.
Guidance for vets, importers and border control officials when importing fats that are not for human consumption to Great Britain.
Guidance for vets, importers and border control officials when importing processed animal protein that is not for human consumption to Great Britain.
Information about vitamins, minerals and certain other substances that may be added to foods in Great Britain.
How to clean and disinfect after an animal disease outbreak and store and dispose of the washwater.
Find out the tests that are most commonly requested from APHA, their test codes, and the correct laboratory to send samples.
How to spot classical swine fever, what to do if you suspect it, and measures to prevent its spread.
How to spot epizootic haemorrhagic disease, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
How vets can submit samples to APHA laboratory testing services and prices for these services.
Diseases and health problems in sheep and goats, including foot and mouth disease (FMD), scrapie and lead poisoning
How producers can get non-UK natural mineral waters recognised in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales), or get UK products recognised overseas.
What you need to do when you send cattle, bison or buffalo to a slaughterhouse.
Information for Countryside Stewardship and Environmental Stewardship agreement holders on how to prepare for a site visit and what you are asked to provide.
How to spot swine influenza in pigs and humans, and what to do to prevent it and control its spread.
Find out what animal by-products (material with animal content) you can use in a small scale compost heap and if your heap needs approval.
Sets out the disease control measures we would consider if African or classical swine fever was suspected or confirmed in pigs.
Read about the requirements and procedures you will need to follow, and how you will need to manage your agreement once you're an agreement holder.
A collection of leaflets, videos and posters about bluetongue virus.
Guidance for vets, importers and border control officials when importing bristles, feathers, fur, hair and wool to Great Britain.
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