With bluetongue cases continuing to rise this season, The AG Show team's focus is on South West England, one of the hardest-hit parts of the country, to find out what it's really like on the ground.

We catch up with a Cornish beef, sheep and arable farmer whose livestock have been affected, and hear from a Devon-based vet about just how busy things have been, plus the latest on vaccination efforts.

The message is clear: don't wait until bluetongue is on your doorstep before taking action. Support and advice are available through the AHDB Bluetongue Virus Hotline on 024 7771 0386.

Plus, we look at how this summer's heatwaves have added to the challenges facing UK dairy farmers and what it could mean for the months ahead.

SOME USEFUL BITS (FROM AHDB & BEYOND)

Bluetongue virus latest news | AHDB

Bluetongue virus update - 5 August 2026 | AHDB Webinar

How have the recent heatwaves impacted GB milk production? | AHDB

Hot weather and heat extremes | AHDB

Dry weather and drought | AHDB

Support for farmers | AHDB

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