Carmarthenshire: Bluetongue update meeting

19 August 2026

Cases of bluetongue virus (BTV) are rising quickly in both sheep and cattle and it is having a major impact in some parts of the country. It is a rapidly evolving situation – join this meeting with AHDB for the latest information.

This meeting run by AHDB in Carmarthen brings together leading experts and industry representatives to give you an opportunity to ask questions from those on the frontline. Hear from NFU Cymru President Abi Reader, local vets and advisers, APHA/Defra representatives and industry specialists for the latest updates on the BTV situation.

Hear from local vets and advisers, APHA/Defra representatives and industry specialists for the latest updates on the BTV situation.

Key topics:

Practical information on how BTV is spread
Vaccination
Clinical signs in livestock
How to treat affected livestock
This meeting is part of a series taking place across the country – check our events page for details of the other meetings.

The meetings are bringing together leading experts and industry representatives to give you an opportunity to ask questions from those on the frontline.

Please ensure you book your place to attend promptly – if numbers reach capacity, those who have not pre-booked may have to be turned away on arrival to meet H&S requirements.

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