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Bluetongue outbreak endangers UK livestock – what you need to know about the virus

Writing in The Conversation, Dr Cate Williams discusses how a new strain of the bluetongue virus is spreading putting livestock at risk and placing fresh pressure on farmers.

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Aberystwyth academic appointed President of British Grassland Society

Aberystwyth University academic Dr Christina Marley has been appointed President of the British Grassland Society.

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IBERS Showcases Resilient Crop Research at Groundswell 2025

The Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS) was proud to represent Aberystwyth University at this year’s Groundswell Festival, the UK’s leading event for regenerative agriculture. Held at Lannock Farm in Hertfordshire, the festival brought together farmers, researchers, and environmental professionals to explore sustainable solutions for the future of farming.

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Plant Science Wales Meeting to Take Place at National Botanic Garden of Wales This September

We are pleased to announce that IBERS is organising the Plant Science Wales Meeting 2025, taking place at the National Botanic Garden of Wales on 9–10 September 2025.

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