The Federation of Farmers of Baixo Alentejo (FAABA) has expressed concern over the significant losses incurred by the region's livestock sector due to the spread of the Bluetongue virus, specifically Serotype 3. The virus, primarily affecting sheep but also cattle and goats, has led to a surge in sheep mortality and increased medical expenses. The disease's expansion across Portugal is attributed to climate change and potential wind carry from North Africa. FAABA has noted that the high cost of the new vaccine and the economic repercussions of the disease's spread have led to underreporting and is criticizing the lack of government support, contrasting it with France and Spain's approach.