Factors to be considered when it comes to feeding dairy-beef calves On dairy calf-to-beef farms, there are many things to consider when it comes to feeding calves to ensure the best start in life and to reduce the threat of disease down the road. Co. Kilkenny father-and-son duo – Thomas and Peter O’Hanrahan – are participants in […]
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Variations in chicken genes could help fight viruses Variations in chicken genes could help fight viruses Researchers from the UK have identified variations in the genes of chicken antiviral proteins (IFITMs), which could have an impact on their ability to fight viral infections. The collaborative study, carried out by The Pirbright Institute and Imperial College
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7 tips for managing field mycotoxins Moulds and mycotoxins can be detrimental to both crops and livestock feed. Toxin-producing moulds may invade plant material in the field before harvest, during post-harvest handling and storage, and during processing into food and feed products. Prevention through sound management practices is essential, since there are limited ways to
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The GM chickens that lay eggs with anti-cancer drugs Researchers have genetically modified chickens that can lay eggs that contain drugs for arthritis and some cancers. The drugs are 100 times cheaper to produce when laid than when manufactured in factories. The researchers believe that in time production can be scaled up to produce medicines
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