Biobest Laboratories Ltd

30/08/2024

Update - the phone line issue has been resolved however if you still experience problems getting through to us please drop us an email.

We are currently experiencing connection issues with incoming calls on our phone line.
Please send an email to [email protected] with your query and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Apologies for any inconvenience.

27/08/2024

Highland games today with Biobest finishing a respectable fourth.

17/08/2024

At Peebles Agricultural Show today, sponsors of the North Country Cheviot (Hill Type) sheep class. Great to watch some of our HiHealth Herdcare members winning with their show animals, fantastic day with lots of stiff competition and fun family activities.

12/08/2024

If you’re buying rams this autumn make sure that’s all you're bringing home… test for sheep scab before mixing with your flock

09/08/2024

Don't forget our rabies laboratory will be closed from 22nd August for approximately 5 weeks while it undergoes routine maintenance.

See our website for more information or contact us at [email protected]

www.biobest.co.uk/rabies-testing-unit-maintenance-august-2024/

25/07/2024

Are you a member of Biobest’s Hihealth Herdcare scheme? We would love to hear from you about what you like about Biobest’s service for health scheme members and any ways you feel we could improve.

Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey and let us know your thoughts!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BY7VVJR

25/06/2024

We are looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our team at Biobest!
Click the link below for more info and to apply 🧪
https://biobest.co.uk/job/laboratory-technician/

19/06/2024

Good luck to Biobest Farm Animal administrator Anna Smith at the Highland Show this week with her homebred Kerryhill sheep! 🐑

14/06/2024

We would like to make all of our customers aware that Royal Mail have made unannounced changes to their timed delivery service in our area. This means we are currently experiencing delays in mail being delivered to us.

Please see our website for more details:
https://biobest.co.uk/

09/06/2024

🎉 Happy World Accreditation Day 2024! 🎉

Today we celebrate the value and impact of accreditation. As a accredited organisation, we are devoted to upholding the highest standards of quality and excellence in all of our work.

Our accreditation reflects our commitment to delivering reliable, impartial, and competent services. It highlights our continuous efforts to build trust, ensure safety, and promote best practices in everything we do.

UKAS

04/06/2024

UPDATE: This issue has now been resolved and our phones are working again 📞

We're currently experiencing issues with our phone communication systems; please email [email protected] if you have any queries

21/05/2024

With the recent gorgeous weather don't forget to be vigilant when checking for ticks!

As we welcome the warmth of spring, it's time to stay vigilant and ! Whether you're hiking, gardening, or just enjoying time outside, ticks can pose a risk to your outdoor enjoyment. But don't worry! Biobest's tick testing service is here to support you.

Not sure what to do if you find a tick? Check out our website for guidance: www.biobest.co.uk/lyme-disease-testing-by-pcr/

And if you're a vet or farmer, can you spare 10-15 minutes to share your experiences with ticks and tick-borne diseases on farms? OPTICK is a project delving into this area, and your input is invaluable! Find more details and access the survey here: https://www.optick.ceh.ac.uk/ 🌾🐄

14/05/2024

Congratulations to our senior vet Kate Haig who retired last year on the safe arrival of her new grandson

26/04/2024

Join us this weekend at the Beef Expo 2024! 🐄 Excited to be part of this incredible event and make sure you swing by our stand to say hello to Susan and Anna from Biobest. We can't wait to meet you! National Beef Association NBA - BEEF EXPO
https://www.nationalbeefassociation.com/beef-expo/

25/04/2024

As we welcome the warmth of spring, it's time to stay vigilant and ! Whether you're hiking, gardening, or just enjoying time outside, ticks can pose a risk to your outdoor enjoyment. But don't worry! Biobest's tick testing service is here to support you.

Not sure what to do if you find a tick? Check out our website for guidance: www.biobest.co.uk/lyme-disease-testing-by-pcr/

And if you're a vet or farmer, can you spare 10-15 minutes to share your experiences with ticks and tick-borne diseases on farms? OPTICK is a project delving into this area, and your input is invaluable! Find more details and access the survey here: https://www.optick.ceh.ac.uk/ 🌾🐄

16/04/2024

Attention all bird enthusiasts and breeders! As we approach breeding season, it's crucial to ensure your avian companions are in top form. Our avian sexing service offers various sampling options, including egg membrane testing, to cater to your needs.

Our comprehensive service ensures precise results without compromise, regardless of the sampling method chosen. Whether you're a seasoned breeder or new to the game, let us assist you in this vital aspect of avian care 🦅

12/04/2024

🐾 Ensure seamless pet travel with Biobest's reliable rabies testing service! Our quick, precise tests and dedicated customer service guarantee smooth journeys for your furry patients 🐾

11/04/2024

🎉 Exciting News! Our laboratory is stepping into the future of animal health diagnostics with the introduction of Agility robots! We're thrilled to announce that we've received accreditation for these cutting-edge robotics, and today marks the beginning of their implementation in our processes.

At Biobest, we're dedicated to innovation and excellence in animal health diagnostics, and the adoption of Agility robots is a testament to that commitment. 🌟 These state-of-the-art machines will revolutionise our workflow, enabling us to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.

⏱️ With the help of this new technology, we'll be able to deliver accurate results quicker to our customers.

26/03/2024

Please be aware of changes to postal collections and deliveries over the Easter weekend. In Scotland, deliveries and collections will be as normal on Friday 29th March but there will be no post on Monday 1st April.

Please check your local service updates before sending in samples and contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions 📩

08/03/2024

International Women's Day 2024 campaign theme is 'Inspire Inclusion' so we can forge a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive world 🌍

14/02/2024

A reminder that our rabies testing unit will be undergoing routine maintenance in March and so no testing will take place for approximately 3 weeks. For more dates and info see our website below!

https://biobest.co.uk/rabies-testing-unit-maintenance-march-2024/

15/01/2024

🟧 HiHEALTH HERDCARE

👍 This week’s first profiled advert is for Hi Health Herdcare. Providing ‘all the support you need’, the cattle team at Biobest provide services to Simmental herds throughout the UK and Ireland. HiHealth Herdcare welcome enquiries from new and established breeders.

🐂 The HiHealth Herdcare cattle health scheme enables you to eliminate disease from your herd. This will reduce animal loss, increase productivity and increase the sale value of breeding animals, because they can be accredited as 'disease free'. With two offices based in Scotland covering all of the UK, HiHealth Herdcare can provide you with advice on your herds testing needs.

📌 Contact HiHealth Herdcare to discuss how they can help you:

☎️ 0131 440 2628 (Edinburgh Office)
01856 878 293 (Orkney Office)

www.hihealthherdcare.co.uk

Biobest Laboratories Ltd

01/01/2024

We hope everyone has a wonderful 2024!

27/12/2023

Look out for our new 2024 Price List on our website or using the link below!
https://biobest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2024-Price-List.pdf

22/12/2023

Happy Christmas! Everyone at Biobest hopes you all have a wonderful, festive time 🎄

If you need a little extra Christmas spirit check out our Biobest choir below ☃🎵https://youtu.be/z8l6O5LhhGQ?si=iOguVFeB2IUUO-be 🎵

05/12/2023

The annual health and welfare review of livestock is now open to non-BPS registered farmers so more livestock keepers in England can now apply! Check out DEFRA's post below:

Updates from Defra's Farming and Countryside Programme

22/11/2023

Since 2010 veterinary practices across Scotland having been working hard with cattle keepers to eradicate BVD and the level of BVD exposure in Scottish breeding herds has reduced from 40% to 9%.

Scottish Government are now proposing new measures into the scheme and need your input so share your views through the online consultation platform:

https://consult.gov.scot/agriculture-and-rural-economy/consultation-on-phase-6-of-the-eradication-scheme/

26/10/2023

16/10/2023

We had a wonderful time this week at the Ada Lovelace Day event at Edinburgh Technopole. Well done to our Biobest Team, Ami, Kirsty, Katie and Suzanne, on a hugely successful workshop- hopefully we managed to inspire some future scientists!