Explosion of bluetongue cases expected with warmer weather

Cases of bluetongue continue to be identified in the south eastern counties, and long-term predictions suggest there could be an issue in the spring and summer of this year. Ellie Layton reports.

clock • 3 min read
Explosion of bluetongue cases expected with warmer weather

Since November 11, 2023, the Animal and Plant Health Agency (AHPA) has registered 55 cases of bluetongue across three south eastern counties. In total, recorded cases of the virus have been seen...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358
Register for free Join Now

 

More on Livestock

ORFC: The magic of trees for livestock
Livestock

ORFC: The magic of trees for livestock

From carbon storage and biodiversity, to animal welfare through providing shade, fodder and natural parasite control, the benefit of trees for farmers was a key topic at the conference

Mia Willemsen
clock 20 January 2026 • 2 min read
Perthshire sheep farmers add value with Beltex wool and natural yarn business
Livestock

Perthshire sheep farmers add value with Beltex wool and natural yarn business

Few Beltex breeders see their sheep as other than a carcase and terminal sire breed, but one farming couple in Perthshire believe Beltex wool has a value worth exploiting

Farmers Guardian
clock 19 January 2026 • 4 min read
Industry profile - Magnus Brown: "One of our industry's biggest strengths is that there is no single route in"
Livestock

Industry profile - Magnus Brown: "One of our industry's biggest strengths is that there is no single route in"

Last year, Magnus Brown was awarded NFYFC Young Farmer of the Year. A trainee solicitor by day, alongside working on the farm, Ellie Layton explores his journey in the industry so far.

Ellie Layton
clock 17 January 2026 • 5 min read