Some 170 cases of bluetongue were identified between 4 September and 17 December in England and Wales.
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The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has permitted the use of three unauthorised bluetongue serotype 3 (BTV-3) vaccines in the England.
The new vaccines for the BTV-3 strain of the virus will depend on both supply and demand, so a phased approach is being taken initially.
Three different vaccines for the BTV-3 strain of the viral disease are currently being evaluated in the UK.
Another legal challenge has been launched in England against badger culling
The difference in milk prices paid has narrowed over the last 12 months.
Farm Minister Daniel Zeichner gave some insight into Labour’s plans for farm schemes when he said the new government “will not be over-turning the applecart”.