DEFRA starts market tour to speak to farmers face-to-face

DEFRA staff are going on a tour of 80 livestock markets to speak to farmers face-to-face about biosecurity, new and existing diseases, and many other animal health and welfare issues.
The roadshow was launched on Monday (12 March) in Highbridge, Somerset.
Junior DEFRA minister Ben Bradshaw said: “The Livestock Markets Roadshow is an excellent opportunity for us to spread the word on best practice and animal welfare requirements to the farming community.
“Of course the majority of farmers will be law-abiding and looking after their animals properly, but there is always room for improvement and the Livestock Markets Roadshow will help to remind farmers of their obligations while offering practical support and advice.”
Central themes of the Livestock Markets Road Show include bluetongue, fallen stock, biosecurity and welfare and transport.
Follow the link for the official schedule of Livestock Roadshow visits.