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Bluetongue update recording – 5th August 2026
Bluetongue, Webinars
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.
Speakers
- AHDB Chair
- Gordon Hickman, Defra
- Neil Shand, NBA
- Phil Stocker, NSA
Further information
- Bluetongue movements checker tool
- Download the BTV vaccination cost calculator for sheep
- Download the BTV vaccination cost calculator for cattle
- Download the BTV vaccination cost calculator for dairy cattle
- Find out more about bluetongue virus on our website or visit ruminanthw.org.uk for advice and support