Bluetongue virus update – 2 September

Cases of bluetongue virus (BTV) are rapidly increasing in both sheep and cattle. During this webinar we'll share the latest updates on the current 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. Expert industry speakers will be confirmed shortly.

If you are unable to attend, please still register and you will be sent a recording following the event.

The webinar will provide an update on bluetongue case numbers, an overview of treatment considerations for affected animals and information on vaccination, as well as a Q&A session at the end. You can also submit questions ahead of the webinar.

Speakers

• Phillipa Page, Sheep Vet Society (SVS) president
• Gordon Hickman, Defra
• Emily Gascoigne and Nicky Ogden, Synergy Farm Health
• Jonathan Hobbs, North Park Veterinary Group

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
• If you have concerns or questions, contact the AHDB bluetongue virus helpline on: 0247 771 0386
• Sign up to receive the latest information from AHDB