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SBV found in Lancashire cattle
Virus found in malformed calf

The Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency (AHVLA) has revealed that the Schmallenberg virus (SBV) has been found in cattle in Lancashire - the first time a case has been reported in the county.

SBV was found in a malformed calf, which indicates that SBV was present in early 2012, because damage to a calf follows infection early in pregnancy.

AHVLA research suggests that SBV has spread during the active midge season of the past year to cover previously unaffected areas of the UK, including parts of northern England and Wales. Sheep were tested for antibodies, which demonstrate that the animal had been infected, and were found at farms in Northumberland, North Yorkshire, Shropshire, Carmarthenshire and Powys.

Simon Hall veterinary director at AHVLA said: “These findings indicate that Schmallenberg virus has spread to previously unaffected areas during this year’s active midge seasonSimon Hall veterinary director at AHVLA said: “These findings indicate that Schmallenberg virus has spread to previously unaffected areas during this year’s active midge season."

He added: "AHVLA will continue to monitor the spread of the disease and provide information to help farmers make informed business decisions."

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Submissions open for BSAVA Clinical Research Abstracts 2026

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 The BSAVA has opened submissions for the BSAVA Clinical Research Abstracts 2026.

It is an opportunity for applicants to present new research on any veterinary subject, such as the preliminary results of a study, discussion of a new technique or a description of an interesting case.

They must be based on high-quality clinical research conducted in industry, practice or academia, and summarised in 250 words.

Applications are welcome from vets, vet nurses, practice managers, and students.

Submissions are open until 6 March 2026. 

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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