Bluetongue virus update webinar – 2 September 2026
September 21, 2026
Bluetongue virus update webinar – 2 September 2026
Bluetongue, Bluetongue virus technical webinar
Chair: Phillipa Page, Sheep Vet Society (SVS) president
Speakers: Gordon Hickman, Head of Exotic Disease Policy, Defra, Nicky Ogden, Synergy Farm Health, Emily Gascoigne, Synergy Farm Health, Jonathan Hobbs, North Park Veterinary Group, ,
The session held on 2 September 2026 included:
Cases of bluetongue virus (BTV) are rapidly increasing in both sheep and cattle. Hear share the latest situation in the UK.
With insights from representatives from Defra, and practical treatment considerations for affected animals from sheep and cattle vets.