A Temporary Control Zone has been put in place in an area around Dumfries and Galloway, after bluetongue was found in two lambs near Lockerbie
Movement restrictions are in place, and officials are investigating the source of the disease
With 13 confirmed bluetongue cases in Wales, NFU Cymru has stressed the importance of vaccination and early reporting to control the spread of the virus
AHDB has urged farmers to book their place now
AHDB have organised a meeting for farmers at Carmarthen Livestock Mart on August 27 to find out the latest information and guidance.
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South-West fallen stock companies have seen a huge increase in numbers
Claims had been circulating amongst farmers that shearing could increase the sheep's physical exposure to biting midges.
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