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Bluetongue Found in Imported stock

Posted in Farm Animal, Uncategorized on October 25, 2017 by Kat Mozdzynski

The British Veterinary Association is warning everyone to be extra vigilant when importing livestock after Defra announced that a number of cattle that tested positive for Bluetongue virus BTV-8 were imported from France. The BVA says “The animals entered the UK … Continue reading →

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DEFRA Urges UK Farmers to Be Vigilant for Signs of Bluetongue!

Posted in Farm Animal on April 30, 2016 by Kat Mozdzynski

DEFRA is urging farmers to be vigilant for signs of bluetongue this spring and summer, and report any suspicions of the disease, following the recent publication of a risk assessment suggesting that the UK could be at risk of an … Continue reading →

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