First bluetongue case recorded in UK since February

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"Farmers and their vets must remain vigilant and report any suspicions to APHA."
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"Farmers and their vets must remain vigilant and report any suspicions to APHA."

The first case of bluetongue has been reported at a farm in the UK for the 2024/25 vector period. APHA confirmed a 20km temporary control zone (TCZ) had been placed around a farm on Monday (August 26)...

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