Reports indicate a greater incidence of Schmallenberg virus in early lambing flocks ranging from sporadic cases to significant mortality.

I have learned a lot, again, in the past year. First, a twin to a Schmallenberg lamb is a runt, will hang around forever and ...

“It’s the last thing we want to see here in Britain, we are already suffering from Bluetongue and Schmallenberg virus, adding to the demand on veterinary resources.” Stocker said. “And of course, news ...

Defra halted all meat and dairy imports from Germany last week after an outbreak of foot and mouth disease was detected ...

A total of 12 cattle herds and 10 sheep flocks tested positive for Schmallenberg in 2024, data from the Department of Agriculture shows. Of the 12 cattle herds, 15 animals tested positive for the ...

Introduction: Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever virus (CCHFV) and Nairobi sheep disease virus (NSDV) are orthonairoviruses of concern, able to cause haemorragic fever disease in humans and sheep, ...

Bluetongue is a notifiable animal disease. If you suspect it you must report it immediately by calling the Defra Rural Services Helpline on 03000 200 301. In Wales, contact 0300 303 8268. In Scotland, ...

The »Fraunhofer Attract« grant is the excellence stipend programme of Fraunhofer. »Fraunhofer Attract« invites outstanding researchers to develop their ideas towards innovations at Fraunhofer. An idea ...

African swine fever (ASF), a highly contagious and deadly disease affecting domestic and wild pigs, has been confirmed on a farm in Thrissur district, Kerala. The disease does not affect humans but ...