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The Farmers Weekly Podcast
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Challenges of Bluetongue Disease Management in Wales
This chapter examines the Welsh government's efforts to control the spread of bluetongue disease among livestock and the obstacles faced by farmers, especially regarding movement regulations. It highlights the high costs of mandatory testing and the frustration within the farming community due to stringent policies that differ between cattle and sheep. The discussion also touches on climate factors affecting disease prevalence and the implications of recent regulations on livestock exhibitions.
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