Bluetongue resource page Total BTV cases 01/11/2025 There have been 154 cases of bluetongue in Great Britain in the 2025 bluetongue season (since July 2025). In: England, there have been
The Deputy First Minister with responsibility for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies has today announced an all-Wales Restricted Zone (RZ) for Bluetongue serotype 3 (BTV-3) from 10 November 2025.
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Farmers are being urged to consult their vet about vaccinating livestock against the growing threat of Bluetongue serotype 3 (BTV-3), with the number of cases having more than doubled since
Three new industry subgroups are being launched to help support Ruminant Health and Welfare (RH&W) to focus on identifying, facilitating and promoting solutions in the key areas of health, welfare and interventions.
Reduced lameness, better udder health and improved cow comfort are all key outcomes of an early-stage review of the UK Dairy Cattle Welfare Strategy 2023-2028.