The number of outbreaks of Bluetongue virus (BTV-3) among livestock in Europe has spiked, causing alarm among farmers as it greatly impacts sheep and cattle health.
The Netherlands recorded 2,909 infected areas as of Monday, marking a 650 increase compared to the previous week, indicating an alarming rise in infections.
Germany's Friedrich Loeffler Institute reported 1,885 disease clusters on August 8, highlighting a drastic rise from only 23 outbreaks earlier in 2023.
BTV-3 adversely affects sheep and leads to reduced milk production in cows, signaling a potential economic impact on farming and livestock sectors across Europe.
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