Farmers Guardian are carrying out a survey to understand livestock farmers' thoughts on vaccinating for bluetongue and how the disease might be impacting trade on-farm
Welsh farmers have already been counting the losses in trade due to bluetongue restrictions, but the sector will have to wait another two weeks before they can potentially take vaccinated livestock to one of eight eligible markets in England
This week from Farmers Guardian's livestock specialist Katie Fallon
Shepherdess and top sheepdog triallist Emma Gray discusses the gamble behind everyday farming choices, from when to market lambs to whether to vaccinate
This week from Farmers Guardian editor Katie Jones
A Welsh vet is urging farmers to vaccinate against bluetongue as soon as possible.
NFU Cymru said the introduction of approved red markets was a ‘step forward’ in supporting farmers affected by bluetongue
The National Sheep Association (NSA) has announced it will be holding an additional ram sale this summer with animal movements restricted
Orkney and Shetland Liberal Democrat MP Alistair Carmichael has urged farmers to protect livestock following new Scottish movement rules
Farmers said new bluetongue restrictions could have long-term implications on trade, the viability of rural businesses, and farmers' health