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UK and Ireland Bluetongue virus outbreak 2026

18 clusters · 36 sources · last updated

Latest: Bluetongue virus spreads through livestock in Ireland and Great Britain

By late September 2026, the Bluetongue virus (BTV-3) outbreak has expanded significantly across the British Isles. In addition to the ongoing situation in the United Kingdom, the virus has been confirmed in Ireland. The

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2026 UK and Ireland weather volatility and drought recovery

16 clusters · 168 sources · last updated

Latest: England requires seven months of heavy rain to end drought

By late August 2026, the United Kingdom’s acute flash-drought transitioned into a period of severe weather volatility. Following five consecutive heatwaves, the Met Office issued widespread yellow weather warnings for th

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UK and New Zealand plastic recycling developments

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: New Zealand and UK announce new recycling initiatives

The United Kingdom and New Zealand are implementing new recycling initiatives, particularly focusing on plastic waste management. In the UK, local authorities like Conwy County Borough Council are proposing strategies

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UK potato disease mitigation developments

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated

Latest: University of Glasgow researchers develop new treatment for potato diseases

Developments in the United Kingdom have emerged to address various potato crop diseases through genetic and antimicrobial methods. In mid-August, the UK approved the marketing of PiperPlus, a precision-bred Maris Piper

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