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Ragwort Toxicity in Cattle: A Recent Case Highlights the Importance of Prevention

A recent postmortem investigation through the Dumfries PM room has highlighted the ongoing risk that ragwort poses to cattle, particularly when exposure goes unnoticed until clinical disease develops.…

  • SRUC Veterinary Services
  • 21/07/2026
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Keep an eye out for bracken and oak toxicity

A quick reminder for beef suckler and sheep clients in upland areas to be aware of the possibility of acute bracken toxicity as a differential for extensive unexplained haemorrhage, resultant anaemia, immunosuppression and sudden death.…

  • Veterinary Services
  • 08/09/2020
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