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Deadly bee disease discovered
Outbreak of AFB at Scottish apiary

A disease affecting colonies of honeybees has been identified in an apiary in Inverness-shire, Scotland. The outbreak of American Foulbrood (AFB) was confirmed following laboratory diagnosis by Science and Advice for Agriculture (SASA).

Bee farmers and beekeepers are being urged to be vigilant for signs of the disease and maintain good husbandry. In order to assist Scottish Government Bee Inspectors to control this and other diseases, beekeepers are urged to register on BeeBase, the national bee database.  This will give them access to up-to-date information on the control of AFB and bee related issues

The hive found to be infected with AFB will be destroyed, as there is no permitted treatment for the disease in the UK.

It has been re-iterated that there are no risks to public health and no implications for the quality and safety of honey.

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FIVP publishes CMA Compliance Checklist

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 FIVP has published a CMA Compliance Checklist to support independent practices with the Market Investigation Order.

The document includes deadlines for small and large businesses, with tick boxes for each of the tasks. The organisation also invites practices to contact them for support with requirements.

Rita Dingwall, FIVP chair, said: FIVP appreciates that navigating the new CMA requirements can feel daunting. We hope this checklist will make things a little easier, helping independent practices work through what is required with confidence. 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.