Bluetongue is a notifiable animal disease.

If you suspect it you must report it immediately by calling the Defra Rural Services Helpline on 03000 200 301.
In Wales, contact 0300 303 8268. In Scotland, contact your local Field Services Office. Failure to do so is an offence.

What is bluetongue?

Bluetongue (BTV) is a viral disease transmitted by biting midges, which affects all ruminants (e.g. sheep, cattle, goats and deer) and camelids (e.g. llama and alpaca).

This bluetongue hub will be updated regularly with resources and information – for any queries email RuminantHW@ahdb.org.uk 

Information for Farmers

Battle Bluetongue Campaign

BTV-3 webinar library

Bluetongue Webinars

Additional Resources

Additional Support

If faced with challenges, there are a number of resources you can access and charities that you can contact for support.

RABI – 0800 188 4444

FCN – 03000 111 999

YANA – 0300 323 0400

Addington Fund – 01926 620135

DPJ Foundation– 0800 587 4262

We Are Farming Minds – 0808 802 0070 / Text – 07786 203 130

Forage Aid – 01926 620135

Mind Charity – 0300 123 3393

Samaritans – 116 123

C.A.L.L (Wales)  0800 132 737

RSABI (Scotland) – 0800 1234 555