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Livestock experts urge bluetongue vaccination for stronger sales

National Sheep Association chief executive Phil Stocker said with 'several months' of midge activity ahead of the industry it was 'highly advisable' that breeding males and females were vaccinated ahead of mating.

Rachael Brown
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Livestock experts urge bluetongue vaccination for stronger sales

The executive secretary of the Livestock Auctioneers Association said farmers looking to sell livestock for stores or for breeding purposes should look to vaccinate against bluetongue where possible, as...

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