APHA

Our role is to help safeguard animal and plant health, protect the economy and enhance food security through research, surveillance and inspection.

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

With the #HotWeather forecast, #livestockkeepers must ensure the health & welfare of animals being transported. This includes:
• Providing fresh water
• Not moving animals in temperatures over 30 degrees
• Maximising ventilation by moving fewer animals
https://t.co/idLmPCiBni

[Ruminant Health & Welfare @ruminanthw]

We are now are in the high-risk period for bluetongue. Learn more about the situation from a panel of experts in the next #BattleBluetongue webinar on 15 July 5-6pm.

Submit questions in advance via: https://t.co/bv3ewp0fQA

Book via: https://t.co/FxX2sWMDbk

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

Help protect UK farmers from the devastating threat of African swine fever (ASF) and foot and mouth disease (FMD) by not bringing back meat 🥩 or dairy 🥛 products from the EU into Great Britain in your personal luggage.  

🔗 https://t.co/0PxOxFI1gZ

[Defra UK @DefraGovUK]

Millions of pet owners will benefit from the biggest reforms to the vet sector in over half a century as today we publish our White Paper, setting out our vision for a thriving and fairer veterinary sector.

Find out more: https://t.co/3iqpV5FHgW

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

We've made it easier to get in touch with us. Our new digital contact forms are available for:

▪️ Pet Travel
▪️ Customer Advice
▪️ Welfare
▪️ TB Advice services.

🔗 Find the right form for you: https://t.co/X5WMUjCxZf

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

Gyda'r rhagolygon o #TywyddPoeth, dylai #CeidwaidDaByw rhaid sicrhau iechyd a lles anifeiliaid sy'n cael eu cludo, trwy: darparu dŵr ffres, peidio â symud anifeiliaid pan fydd y tymheredd uwchlaw 30 gradd, gwella'r awyru drwy symud llai o anifeiliaid.
https://t.co/GsYpW6inlt

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

Internal parasites in camelids can sometimes have severe effects. Testing is an important tool to help diagnose, monitor, and prevent disease. APHA is continuing subsidised parasitology testing until 30 June 2027.

👉Learn more: https://t.co/qApjCycrWT

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

It’s #INNSweek 2026!

Did you know, pets can suffer or harm native wildlife if they escape or are released into the wild.

The new Don't let them loose campaign provides tips for pet owners on protecting the welfare of pets and wildlife.

Learn more👇 https://t.co/tgS9dfXBce

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

A revised general licence for bird gatherings to include Anseriformes (ducks and geese) is available for use across Great Britain, subject to conditions. Check the relevant websites for further info:
🔗https://t.co/jtHkhjucWk
🔗https://t.co/OTp3e4Ue4M
🔗https://t.co/Tz1TZsKDGa

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

We've updated our disease surveillance dashboards for #Cattle #Pigs #Sheep and #Chickens. They show disease data from submissions to our GB diagnostic network and can inform keepers about diseases in their area.

https://t.co/KSnwkGWLbJ

#Vets #Livestock @BritishVets @theRCVS

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

It’s #INNSweek 2026!

Did you know that some plants can become #invasivespecies that harm the environment if they escape beyond your garden?

Follow our #BePlantWise tips to help prevent their spread.

Learn more👇 https://t.co/tgS9dfXBce
#Invasivespecies #INNS

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

APHA’s Emma Brand explains how APHA is protecting the United Kingdom by uncovering illegal online invasive species sales to defend our wildlife before damage takes hold.

👉Find out more: https://t.co/yAyw9Gjj9l

#APHAscience #INNSweek

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

It’s #INNSweek 2026!

Invasive aquatic species can block waterways and harm wildlife.

Help protect the environment and activities you enjoy 🎣⛵️🚣🛶

After you leave the water, remember to:
🔎Check
🚿Clean
☀️Dry

Learn more 👇 https://t.co/tgS9dfXBce

#Invasivespecies #INNS

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

It’s #INNSweek 2026!

This week we're sharing tips on how everyone can help reduce the impacts of invasive non-native species.

If you enjoy being outdoors, why not:
📸look out for and record sightings
✅join a Local Action Group

Find out more👇 https://t.co/tgS9dfXBce

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

From today, 3 tortoise species, Testudo graeca, Testudo hermanni, Testudo marginata, no longer require A10 certificates or marking for captive-bred specimens for domestic commercial use. If you already hold a certificate, keep it - it remains valid as proof of legal acquisition.

[Ruminant Health & Welfare @ruminanthw]

Why does #bluetongue vaccination matter? Neil Shand @NatBeefAssocCEO asks farmer & broadcaster Adam Henson for his take on protecting livestock and planning ahead.

Watch to hear why prevention is firmly on his radar #BattleBluetongue

Further info:
https://t.co/fV3h8nMTU0

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

Mae hi'n #INNSweek! Mae APHA a'r BBKA yn annog disgyblion i ddod yn 'Amddiffynwyr Peillwyr'. Darllenwch am y prosiect addysgol rhad ac am ddim hwn, sy'n cefnogi ysgolion i archwilio peillwyr, bioamrywiaeth a rhywogaethau ymledol, fel y gacynen goes felen:
https://t.co/pQDlSGeWrK

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

It’s #INNSweek 2026! APHA & the BBKA are encouraging pupils to become ‘Pollinator Protectors’.
Find out about this free educational project that’s supporting schools in exploring pollinators, biodiversity & invasive species, like the Yellow-legged hornet: https://t.co/pQDlSGeWrK

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

Gyda'r rhagolygon o #TywyddPoeth, dylai #CeidwaidDaByw rhaid sicrhau iechyd a lles anifeiliaid sy'n cael eu cludo, trwy: darparu dŵr ffres, peidio â symud anifeiliaid pan fydd y tymheredd uwchlaw 30 gradd, gwella'r awyru drwy symud llai o anifeiliaid.

https://t.co/myPxN6OzDx

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

With the #HotWeather forecast, #livestockkeepers must ensure the health & welfare of animals being transported. This includes:
• providing fresh water
• not moving animals in temperatures over 30 degrees
• maximising ventilation by moving fewer animals
https://t.co/idLmPCiBni