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Farmers and transporters urged to look out for ingrown horns following increased risk

Ingrowing horns are becoming an increasing problem and cattle should be checked for issues before being transported, says APHA

Katie Jones
Editor, Farmers Guardian and Dairy Farmer
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Farmers and transporters urged to look out for ingrown horns following increased risk

Following an increase in animals being found with ingrown horns, the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is urging farmers and transporters to double-check all livestock before they leave the holding,...

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