Farmers banned from transporting animals as grisly new 'Bluetongue' virus spreads in British livestock leaving scientists in a race against time to find a vaccine
The new strain of the virus (pictured) first arrived in England in November 2023 but has quickly spread, with the so-called ...
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Photos: All the action from school paraders at Canberra Royal 2025
Competition at the 2025 Canberra Royal Show continues tomorrow with the open hook and hoof steers, purebred trade steers and ...
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Thick skin — How cows and other livestock stay warm in extreme cold
Cold weather makes everything more difficult. While humans might face daily inconveniences due to the frigid weather, at ...
Bluetongue virus breaks out in UK with warning to farmers on livestock and dogs
Livestock owners must be vigilant for signs of bluetongue in their animals and report any suspicions, after an outbreak was ...
What is Bluetongue disease, animals which are affected and how it affects farmers
Farmers across the South West are being alerted to a bluetongue outbreak in the region. This severe disease primarily impacts ...
Bluetongue disease: What is it, what animals are affected and how is it being fought?
The virus can infect sheep, cattle and other ruminants like deer and goats. It can also spread to camelids such as llamas and ...
Somerset warning as 'Bluetongue' restriction zone expands
While bluetongue poses no risk to humans or food safety, outbreaks can lead to prolonged restrictions on animal movements and trade. DEFRA said they identified cases of the virus in cattle in Dorset, ...