Bluetongue Crisis Hits Southwest Farms | UK News

Bluetongue virus is exploding in southwest England, with Devon reporting 190 cases across 202 locations and Cornwall close behind at 77 — a devastating blow to farmers. Spread by biting insects, it’s killing sheep and causing fertility issues in cattle, though it poses no risk to humans or food safety. The Okehampton Show has canceled all livestock sections this year, following similar moves by Launceston in July, as cases surge. With 353 UK cases this season — mostly in the southwest — officials and vets are racing to contain the outbreak. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/27425f239074d750