Livestock

There were 4.98 million head of cattle and calves in England at June 1

Borderway Auction Mart will continue to operate as normal throughout the project which was expected to conclude in April 2025

Farmers in Suffolk have said they are dealing with 'severe economic losses' due to current restrictions on the movement of livestock

“We appreciate the impact restrictions can have on farmers. We are committed to working with everyone affected"

Farmer-led group will have 'significant influence' says Rural Affairs Minister

"It moves me to tears hearing how challenging it is for our farmers at the minute dealing with this awful virus"

The Government said there have also been two further cases in North East Lincolnshire

With cases of bluetongue now reported as far north as Yorkshire, FG chief reporter Rachael Brown spoke to the UK, Welsh and Scottish Chief Veterinary Officers on the current situation

"Unfortunately it was just a matter of time for it to reach Lincolnshire"

Defra also confirmed seven new cases of the virus have been reported in the 'Restriction Zone' over the weekend