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Why are vaccines short?
Vaccine shortages can happen for many reasons, including unexpected demand, manufacturing delays, or issues with supply chains. For bluetongue, the sudden increase in cases has likely outstripped the available vaccine stock. This situation puts pressure on vets and farmers, making it harder to protect livestock from the disease.
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