Wild boars have been venturing more frequently into urban areas across Spain in recent years, a trend largely driven by prolonged drought conditions. The ongoing climate challenges have led to a...
The UK Foreign Office has warned Brits about increased border checks at a European destination amid a serious outbreak. Authorities are on “high alert” after cases of foot and mouth disease were...
Austria has closed 24 border crossings in a bid to stem a disease outbreak in two neighbouring countries. Hungary and Slovakia have both declared emergency situations after detecting foot-and-mouth,...
A vet has shared the five dog breeds he considers to be ideal for first time owners.Welcoming a dog into your home is a major decision and commitment - they require constant care and attention, they...
Rural crime is so serious that nearly one in five people surveyed by the Countryside Alliance say they have considered leaving the area where they live. Almost all respondents – 96% – say crime...
Smallridge John Deer tractors at Kivells Farmer's Market (Image: Abigail Neep)We've been to Holsworthy to see what local farmers and people closely connected to rural life really think about a...
Authorities are on high alert as bird flu was detected in a sheep, raising alarm bells with health experts. Cases of the disease, belonging to the Orthomyxoviridae family, are worryingly on the rise...
The Government has issued a warning to all animal owners after the first case of bird flu in a sheep was confirmed at a Yorkshire farm. The case was identified during a routine inspection of the...