Welsh farmers urged to be vigilant as more bluetongue cases confirmed

Guidance issued on three practical steps to protect herds and flocks

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
Welsh farmers are being urged to watch out for bluetongue signs and symptoms as cases rise
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Welsh farmers are being urged to watch out for bluetongue signs and symptoms as cases rise

Farmers and livestock keepers across Wales are being urged to check for signs of bluetongue, report any suspect cases to APHA and consider vaccination, as more BTV-3 cases are being confirmed in England...

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