Bluetongue virus webinar – 5 August 2026
August 10, 2026
Bluetongue virus webinar – 5 August 2026
Bluetongue, Bluetongue virus technical webinar
Chair: Zoe Lloyd - Animal Health & Welfare Scientist AHDB
Speakers: Gordon Hickman, Head of Exotic Disease Policy, Defra, Fiona Lovatt, Flock Health Ltd, Jenny Schmidt, Torch Farm Vets, Neil Shand, National Beef Association, Clare Wise, National Farmer's Union, Phil Stocker, National Sheep Association
The session held on 5 August 2026 included:
Cases of bluetongue virus (BTV) are rapidly increasing in both sheep and cattle. Clinical signs appear to be more severe than previous years, resulting in high mortality in sheep.