AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAnimal Health: Shamonda virus has been detected in UK livestock for the first time, prompting warnings to keep reporting suspected cases. Bluetongue is also spreading, with Wales heavily affected and farmers urged to vaccinate early and check breeding stock. EU Trade: The UK and EU have agreed a draft deal to cut food-export checks and paperwork, but farmers warn closer alignment could threaten food security. Questions remain over pesticide rules, including Britain’s influence without a vote. Farm Welfare: Tesco and Morrisons face calls to suspend milk from farms linked to alleged mistreatment of cows in an investigation involving Arla. The supermarkets are being urged to commission independent checks. Food Supply Risks: Cyberattacks on supermarket refrigeration systems have spread across Europe, including the UK, raising concerns about food safety and losses if cooling fails.
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