Useful links
Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA)
An executive agency of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Working to safeguard animal and plant health for the benefit of people, the environment and the economy
British Veterinary Association (BVA)
The largest membership community for the veterinary profession in the UK.
BVDCymru brings together the Welsh cattle sector and Welsh Government to support farmers in eliminating Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD), improving herd health, productivity and animal welfare.
EIDCymru manages livestock traceability in Wales by recording animal identification and movements, helping to support effective disease surveillance, control and animal health management.
An employer association representing farming and growing businesses in Wales.
The Charity that provides emotional, financial and mental health support to the veterinary community including Vets, Approved tuberculin tests, and non-clinical staff.
Welsh Government – Farming and countryside
The devolved Government for Wales responsible for animal health and welfare policy in Wales
Welsh Lamb and Beef Producers (WLBP)
A farmer-controlled agricultural cooperative society of over 7,500 Welsh livestock farmers.
Wales Veterinary Science Centre (WVSC)
A UKAS-accredited laboratory providing veterinary post-mortem examinations, disease diagnosis, diagnostic testing, and expert advice and training in support of the veterinary and agricultural sector.
Arwain DGC are helping farmers, equine owners and vets to reduce the need for antimicrobials.
Official Veterinarian Training
The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) are providing instructions for Official Veterinarians (OVs) to use when performing their official duties for the agency.
An independent, industry-based network responsible for identifying priorities, facilitating industry collaboration and promoting proven interventions that will support farmers to build the health and welfare status of our national flock and herd.
A support charity for farmers and their families, providing a freephone helpline and practical, emotional and financial guidance to help navigate challenging times while supporting resilient farming and animal health outcomes.
Providing expert mental health and wellbeing support, as well as financial, emotional and practical help to British farmers.
A Welsh mental health charity that supports people in the agricultural sector through confidential support services, awareness-raising and training to improve mental health and wellbeing.
A voluntary organisation and charity that supports farmers and families within the farming community.
A charity working throughout the UK to address the attitudes and behaviours to risk-taking and poor mental health in the next gen.
An online resource designed to help farmers and their farm business stay strong and resilient.
