Schmallenberg virus (SBV) detected in Tver Region

According to orders 268 and 269 issued by the State Veterinary Inspectorate of the Tver Region, 2 animal farms, one in the village of Kozlovo and the other, a cattle breeding center, in the village of Verhanovo have been declared as "hotspots" of SBV, a disease which affects cattle, sheep and goats.

According to orders 268 and 269 issued by the State Veterinary Inspectorate of the Tver Region, 2 animal farms, one in the village of Kozlovo and the other, a cattle breeding center, in the village of Verhanovo have been declared as "hotspots" of SBV, a disease which affects cattle, sheep and goats.

The decision was based upon the test results of cattle serum samples performed by the Federal Centre for Animal Health (State Organization "ARRIAH"). Antibodies to the virus have been identified in 29 samples. All suspect animals were imported into Tver Region from abroad. Now they are isolated from the main herd; their slaughter is prohibited, the premises have been disinfected.

30.01.2024
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