Loading metrics Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Citation: Budgey R, Bird M (2026) A simulation model to predict the most efficient way to utilise operational resources when vaccinating badgers against bTB. PLoS One 21(7): e0354329. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0354329 Editor: Frederick Quinn, The University of Georgia, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Received: December 18, 2025; Accepted: July 7, 2026; Published: July 27, 2026 Copyright: © 2026 Budgey, Bird.