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Pirbright testing vital in tackling bluetongue

Posted: 3 September, 2024

The Pirbright Institute is supporting the UK’s fight to control bluetongue virus (BTV) following a restricted zone declaration by the Chief Veterinary Officer.

Posted: 2 September, 2024

Spread by biting midges, bluetongue virus poses a significant threat to livestock production and trade.

Discover how scientists at The Pirbright Institute predict, detect, understand and respond to bluetongue virus.

Posted: 29 August, 2024

Our bluetongue virus specialist, Dr Carrie Batten, shares insights into a disease that threatens the livestock industry.

Bluetongue does not affect people or food safety. It is a disease of sheep, cattle and other ruminants caused by the bluetongue virus (BTV).