From today, the Bluetongue Restricted Zone extends across England, but Wales remains outside the zone.
Livestock entering Wales from England require pre-movement testing with some exceptions.
Speak to your vet about vaccination - the best way to protect your livestock.
The #Bluetongue Restricted Zone (RZ) has now been extended to cover all of England, meaning you can now move animals within England without a specific bluetongue licence or pre-movement testing. The guidance on animal moves to Scotland and Wales must be followed. @ruminanthw
Did you know that all BCVA members (from students to retired members) are eligible to apply for funding for a research project that is relevant and of value to UK cattle vets?
Deadline 1st September. Find out more ...
https://t.co/1E0pI3GsJ0
The next #BattleBluetongue webinar is 5-6pm on 2 July. Hear from experts working in industry & livestock markets about cross border restrictions in the UK. A technical update on BTV-3 will also be provided.
Book here: https://t.co/eWIH77z0qg
@ruminanthw & @TheAHDB
Alongside invited speakers, central to our scientific programme are the submissions from our members – making this an event created by the profession for the profession. We look forward to learning and connecting with you in October.
https://t.co/lXNfuEqpxL
The next #BattleBluetongue webinar is 5-6pm on 2 July. Hear from experts working in industry & livestock markets about cross border restrictions in the UK. A technical update on BTV-3 will also be provided.
Book here: https://t.co/eWIH77z0qg
@ruminanthw & @TheAHDB
The Bluetongue Movements Checker is an online tool created to help farmers navigate the complex and changing bluetongue serotype 3 (BTV-3) restrictions impacting livestock movement between England, Scotland and Wales. Find it here: https://t.co/bBwIHIBSEZ
@ruminanthw & @TheAHDB
Animal Health and Welfare Pathway: multiple herds now eligible for vet visit funding. From today, farmers in England can get a funded vet visit for each of their herds or flocks of the same species.
https://t.co/glrx63n8Gg
From today, pre-movement testing rules for movements of BTV susceptible animals out of the Restricted Zone will change. Check the relevant websites for details about pre movement testing and movement licences for England, Scotland and Wales.
So many great resources on the @ruminanthw Bluetongue Hub. Including, getting advice on bluetongue as part of your Animal Health & Welfare Pathway journey - https://t.co/b9U3w8uNMC
@TheAHDB
Thinking about vaccinating your herd/flock against BTV-3?
Talk to your vet about the decision – remember it is helpful to place orders in advance to assist in managing the supply/demand of vaccines
#BattleBluetongue@TheAHDB@ruminanthw@AHDB_BeefLamb
Vaccination update! 💉
Three BTV-3 vaccines can be used in England, Scotland & Wales:
🔹 Bluevac-3
🔹 Bultavo 3
🔹 Syvazul BTV
You must comply with the licence or declaration & report vaccination activity.
Learn more: https://t.co/hVnHKHk93i
@ruminathw
WEDNESDAY 11TH JUNE 5-6PM Sign up for the next #BattleBluetongue webinar for a European vet perspective of dealing with BTV-3 outbreak, along with a technical update from BTV-3 vaccine manufacturers & Defra, followed by Q&A Info.
https://t.co/ef9RJdRBy3
@ruminanthw@SheepVetsoc
Our #vaccines survey is still open for responses - there are a just few weeks left to provide your feedback. It will only take a few minutes to complete. Your contributions will help build a picture of the supply challenges each sector has been facing.
Take part here: https://t.co/D0nrRRpc6a
#animalmedicines #farming #ukfarming #survey
Last night we had some technical issues with our free member webinar, Sustainability for Farm Vets with Rose Jackson. Apologies to all those who had planned to join this session. We will aim to rearrange this as soon as possible.
WEDNESDAY 11TH JUNE 5-6PM Sign up for the next #BattleBluetongue webinar for a European vet perspective of dealing with BTV-3 outbreak, along with a technical update from BTV-3 vaccine manufacturers & Defra, followed by Q&A Info.
https://t.co/ef9RJdRBy3
@ruminanthw@SheepVetsoc
Just a little reminder to those who have not yet completed their Action Johne's refresher, the deadline for this is today. If you have trouble accessing the training, contact the BCVA Office.
FREE MEMBER WEBINAR. Sustainability - learn where agriculture - specifically dairy farming - can have an impact. Understand the role of the farm vet in sustainability at the farm level.
10 June 20:00-21:00
Rose Jackson
No need to book. Check inbox for Zoom link.