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France reports 13 new outbreaks of BTV-8
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'The weather is starting to improve and as daily average temperatures increase in mainland France and the UK, so our risk level will start to increase.' (stock photo)

Risk to the UK will rise as daily temperatures increase - Defra

France has reported 13 new outbreaks of bluetongue virus 8 (BTV-8) in just under a month, new figures show. Defra is warning that as daily temperatures start to increase, so does the risk of outbreaks in the UK.

There have now been 285 confirmed cases in France since September 2015, when the country reported its first outbreak in five years. The risk of the disease spreading to the UK is estimated to be up to 80 per cent, with cases most likely in late summer.

The latest report from Defra shows 13 new outbreaks at French cattle holdings since the last update on 13 May, 2016.

'Our risk level remains the same,' the report states. 'However the weather is starting to improve and as daily average temperatures increase in mainland France and the UK, so our risk level will start to increase.'

Recent cases in France show variable clinical signs that are not pathognomonic for BTV. Defra encouraged vets to note this variability when considering BTV as a possible differential diagnosis.

A vaccine will be made available for vets and farmers in Great Britain from mid-July. Farmers are being advised to speak to their vet about the potential benefits as a matter of urgency.

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FIVP announces third series of Practice Matters

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 The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has announced a third season of its podcast, Practice Matters.

Hosted by Ian Wolstenholme, series three will focus on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation, including a discussion about some of the expected impacts on independent veterinary colleagues.

Episode one launches on 13th January with guests Drs David Reader and Scott Summers, who will draw on their research into the CMA investigation and provide insights into themes such as transparency, pricing and consumer trust.

Ian Wolstenholme said: "In its third series, we will try and hone in on what the changes will mean in reality for independent practices with advice and guidance on implementation and delivery, drawing on the experience of our own team and other experts in the profession. Hope you can join us soon!" 

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Survey seeks ruminant sector views on antimicrobial stewardship

A new survey is seeking views of people working in the UK ruminant sector on how to tackle the challenge of demonstrating responsible antibiotic stewardship.

Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk