Czech Republic curbs animal movement over bluetongue spread

The Czech veterinary authority said Tuesday it would restrict animal movement and advised countrywide vaccinations over a rapid spread of bluetongue disease. Bluetongue, a non-contagious, insect-borne viral disease that affects ruminants such as cows and sheep, has been spreading across Europe for a year. The disease, also known as catarrhal fever, is difficult to control […]

The post Czech Republic curbs animal movement over bluetongue spread appeared first on Insider Paper.