The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has issued a warning regarding the elevated risk of a new introduction of bluetongue virus (BTV-3) into Great Britain, urging farmers to remain vigilant in light of the imminent threat.
Bluetongue virus, transmitted primarily by biting midges (Culicoides species), poses a significant risk to cattle, sheep, and other ruminants. While the virus does not affect human health or food safety, it can have severe impacts on livestock, ranging from reduced productivity to fatality.
