Only treat youngstock for worms when necessary during the grazing season rather than relying on frequent doses of wormer at set times throughout. Testing may indicate no need to treat - saving effort and money. #testdontguess

A reminder that the next #BTV3 technical webinar will take place today at 3-4:30pm.

Today's session is an update on what vets need to know about treating #bluetongue

If you can't join live please register for a recording of the session here: bit.ly/49XdeVi

A reminder to sign up for this week's #BTV3 technical webinar on Wednesday 3-4:30pm.

The session is an update on what vets need to know about treating #bluetongue

Speakers include Fiona Lovatt Rachael Tarlinton & Mark van der Heijden.

Register via bit.ly/49XdeVi

Watch below to find out how we're working with Defra UK and APHA to support the control of bluetongue⬇️

The potential threat posed by Schmallenberg and bluetongue to cattle this year is discussed in the latest Farmers Guardian podcast with farm vet, Mel McPherson: farmersguardian.com/4204432/

#BTV3 #bluetongue #schmallenberg

Farmers told to avoid bluetongue misinformation as threat rises The Scottish Farmer thescottishfarmer.co.uk/news/24308156.…

You can now sign up for the next #BTV3 technical webinar on 15 May 3-4:30pm for an update on what vets need to know about treating #bluetongue

The session speakers include Fiona Lovatt Rachael Tarlinton & Mark van der Heijden

Please register via bit.ly/49XdeVi

The latest bluetongue virus risk assessment has been released. Please check the latest info on GOV.UK: gov.uk/bluetongue,
GOV.SCOT: gov.scot/bluetongue &
GOV.WALES: gov.wales/bluetongue-vir….

Please make sure you are keeping up to date with #BTV3 #bluetongue news updates.

See our latest press release to find out what you can ACT on: ruminanthw.org.uk/2024/05/07/adv…

The latest risk assessment of bluetongue virus entering GB in 2024 has been published by APHA, confirming a very high probability of new introduction of BTV-3 this year.

We've been working closely with stakeholders on our virus control strategy ⬇

gov.uk/government/new…

#Vets

Our Plan, Protect and Prevent #bluetongue webinar for veterinary professionals is now available on YouTube.

Catch up here youtu.be/izzdsksT3r4

Ruminant Health & Welfare has released helpful information today on #BTV3
The group is encouraging farmers and the industry to remain Aware, apply Caution and use evidence-based Tactics to ACT and mitigate against the latest strain BTV-3. Read more via the link below 👇👇👇

'As this is an insect-borne disease, it is very easy for an escalation in terms of numbers of positive animals in the field'.

Pirbright scientists Dr Marion England and Dr Carrie Batten were interviewed by BBC News (UK) on the bluetongue virus situation.⬇️

bbc.co.uk/news/science-e…

A reminder to register for tomorrow's #Bluetongue technical webinar at 3-4:30pm.

We will be looking at midge control myth-busting in a Q&A with Sheep Veterinary Soc NOAH, AHDB & The Pirbright Institute

Sign up for the webinar or to receive the recording on
bit.ly/3xU5aaw

A reminder to register for tomorrow's #Bluetongue technical webinar at 3-4:30pm.

We will be looking at midge control myth-busting in a Q&A with Sheep Veterinary Soc NOAH, AHDB & The Pirbright Institute

Sign up for the webinar or to receive the recording on
bit.ly/3xU5aaw

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Please register for the next #Bluetongue technical webinar taking place on 1st May 2024 from 3-4:30pm.
This time we look at midge control myth-busting in a Q&A with NOAH AHDB & The Pirbright Institute
Sign up for webinar & recording: bit.ly/3xU5aaw

Please register for the next #Bluetongue technical webinar taking place 3-4:30pm on 01/05/24. This time we look at midge control myth-busting in a Q&A with

NOAH AHDB Sheep Veterinary Soc The Pirbright Institute

Sign up for webinar & recording: bit.ly/3xU5aaw #BTV3
Ruminant Health & Welfare

Please read the latest license update:

In the event of an #AvianInfluenza or #Bluetongue outbreak in in England, Scotland or Wales, you may need a licence to move your animals if you are in a disease control zone.

You can now apply online for a licence to move animals in these zones: gov.uk/guidance/apply…