AS Scotland's eases every closer to being BVD-free, it's important that farmers take the time to take part in the what is the fifth National BVD Survey.

This is now live, so look out for survey forms in some of the leading farming publications (including The SF), check your email or take a look at www.bvdsurvey.co.uk. The survey closes on January 31, 2020, and 10 lucky entrants will be selected to win an Ultimate Ears Boom 3 Bluetooth Waterproof Speaker.

Since the survey first began five years ago, a lot has changed when it comes to BVD control:

• BVD eradication schemes now exist in all parts of the UK;

• Testing and surveillance options have improved;

• Data showing herd BVD status is widely available;

• Marts and auction houses support clear identification of stock;

• And, most importantly, clear price bonuses exist for stock of known BVD virus status.

The annual BVD Survey gathers information from all parts of the UK and all types of farming system to gain a snapshot of what producers are doing on their farm to control and eradicate this costly disease. This information is then analysed and can be important when it comes to future policy.

So, take a few minutes to take part – and you could be a winner.