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  • Dogs evolved "Puppy dog eyes" for our benefit

    Dogs have evolved their "sad eyes" facial expression in order to help them get on better with humans, according to new research. Scientists at the University of Portsmouth carried out a study comparing the anatomy and behaviour of dogs and wolves

  • 2020 Nuffield Farming Scholarship deadline approaches

    Farmers and those employed in the food, agriculture and rural industries in the UK are urged not to miss out on the opportunity to apply for a 2020 Nuffield Farming Scholarship. The closing date for applications is 31 July and there is no need for

  • It's not too late to apply says Royal Agricultural University

    There’s still time to apply to start a degree course this year - that’s the message from the Royal Agricultural University (RAU). Students can make up to five university choices through UCAS until the 30 June deadline, before Clearing (the process

  • Sedgemoor auction report Monday 17 June

    The market report from Sedgemoor Auction Centre for Monday, 17 June is as follows. The total stock was 1390 head. Firmer lamb trade to £108 & 218ppk. 63 Prime and untested forward cattle (51) UTM & (12) OTM Prime cattle. Auctioneers comments

  • We need to re-think animal welfare, says dairy expert

    Renowned US dairy welfare expert Prof Jim Reynolds, speaking at a dairy research collaboration event, has said we need to re-think how we approach animal welfare. At the Agri-EPI Centre’s South West Dairy Development Centre in Somerset, the Professor