
Keep bluetongue vaccination front of mind going into winter
Farmers are being urged to speak to their vets about bluetongue vaccination this winter, as infected midges could continue spreading the virus until January.

Farmers are being urged to speak to their vets about bluetongue vaccination this winter, as infected midges could continue spreading the virus until January.

A survey carried out by National Sheep Association (NSA) has shown strong demand for bluetongue serotype 3 (BTV-3) vaccines in 2027.

RH&W says all three main BTV-3 vaccine suppliers are working to bring additional stock into the country in response to exceptional demand.

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RH&W says all three main BTV-3 vaccine suppliers are working to bring additional stock into the country in response to exceptional demand.

Cases of bluetongue virus (BTV) are rising quickly in both sheep and cattle – find out how to join AHDB’s regional bluetongue meetings.
