Farmers urged to be vigilant for new strain of bluetongue virus

Following reports of a new strain of bluetongue virus (BTV-3) emerging and spreading rapidly in the Netherlands, there is increasing concern about the situation and its proximity to the UK

Katie Jones

Editor, Farmers Guardian and Dairy Farmer

11 October 2023 • 3 min read

Farmers urged to be vigilant for new strain of bluetongue virus

Ruminant Health and Welfare has facilitated emergency meetings this week, bringing together over 40 key stakeholders and representatives from across the industry, to ensure the four nations are prepared...

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