Bluetongue virus webinar – 13 May

The session held on 13 May 2026 included: An update from our speakers who shared the latest updates on the current bluetongue virus situation as well as Scottish policy from 1 June 2026 and the associated licensing. Live Q&A.

Bluetongue virus webinar – 29 April

The session held on 29 April 2026 included: An update from our speakers who discussed the impact of Bluetongue Virus on Calving 2026 with the effects of each type of virus and a reminder of the signs to look out for. Live Q&A.

Bluetongue virus Vet webinar – 22 April 2026

The session held on 22 April 2026 included: An update from our speakers who discussed the impact of Bluetongue Virus on Lambing 2026 with the effects of each type of virus and a reminder of the signs to look out for. Live Q&A.

Bluetongue virus Vet webinar – 15 April 2026

The session held on 15 April 2026 included: An update from vets from the BCVA and Sheep Vet Society who discussed BTV3 and BTV8, and advised of newly updated tools and resources to use to find latest vaccination information and risk assessment. Live Q&A.

Bluetongue virus update – 11 March 2026

The session held on 11 March 2026 included: A disease situation update from Defra Upcoming changes for the 2026 high vector period from Scottish and Welsh government Live Q&A.

Bluetongue virus update – 28 January 2026

The session held on 28 January 2026 included: A situation update including Northern Ireland information from industry experts. Insights on how to prepare for the upcoming lambing and calving season. Vet advice, with a strong focus on vaccination. Live Q&A.

Bluetongue virus update – 10 December 2025

The session held on 10 December 2025 included: A situation update including Northern Ireland information. Insights from the 2025 season and how they can help indprepare for the 2026 season. Vet advice Live Q&A.

Bluetongue virus update – 08 October 2025

The session held on 8 October 2025 included: A technical update on cases An update on the situation in Wales from Welsh Government Veterinary experiences from the southwest region Insights into the vaccination experience in Jersey Live Q&A.

Bluetongue virus update – 3 September 2025

The session held on 3 September 2025 included: A technical situation and policy update from Scottish Government following the announcement of changes in Scotland from 21 September Farmer experiences Overview of Battle Bluetongue resources Live Q&A.

August Bluetongue BTV-3 update

The session held on 20 August 2025 included: A technical situation and policy updates, and experiences from industry experts, followed by a Q&A

June Bluetongue BTV-3 update

During this webinar, the latest updates on the current bluetongue virus situation were shared. The webinar included: technical updates from Scottish and Welsh Governments, launch of the Bluetongue Movements Checker and a live Q&A session.

Essential Bluetongue vaccine insights for UK vets from a European perspective

During this webinar held on 11.06.2025, the latest updates on the current bluetongue virus situation were shared. This event forms part of a series of webinars that AHDB/RH&W are running to share timely and accurate information to help stakeholders understand what the latest BTV-3 updates mean for the UK. Chair: Fiona Lovatt, Flock Health Ltd. […]

May Bluetongue BTV-3 update

During this webinar, we will share the latest updates on the current bluetongue virus situation. This event forms part of a series of webinars that we are running to share timely and accurate information to help you understand what the latest updates mean for the UK. Speakers and agenda Welcome and introductions – Phil Stocker, […]

The impact of BTV-3 on calves and reproductive performance

Find out how BTV-3 can affect the reproductive performance of livestock during this webinar with guest speakers from the APHA. Agenda Update on the current situation – Pilar Romero, APHA Veterinary Adviser (epidemiology) Fertility and dummy calves – Sam Partridge and Hayley Wighton, APHA veterinary investigation officers Findings from the APHA impact study on BTV-3-confirmed […]

BTV-3 situation update and vaccination campaign launch

This webinar was held to launch the #BattleBluetongue vaccination campaign to vets and to share latest BTV3 situation, explain transmission, and serotypes of BTV affecting livestock. A Q&A session included questions from webinar attendees and expert responses providing further clarity on BTV management.​