Data demonstrates progress being made to eradicate TB in Wales
New figures show that the number of TB restricted herds in Wales is at its lowest level since 2006.
Data published by the Welsh Government reveals that 94.6 per cent of herds in the country were TB free during the first quarter of 2016.
This means that 200 less herds were under restrictions because of a TB incident, compared to three years ago.
Welcoming the news, cabinet secretary Lesley Griffiths said the data demonstrates progress being made to eradicate the disease in Wales.
“Our TB Eradication Programme is making use of the armoury against the disease. This includes the testing of cattle, strict biosecurity, movement control and enhanced management of TB breakdowns,” she said.
“This approach is aimed at tackling all sources of infection and is clearly having an effect. The latest statistics show the number of new herds with TB in the 12 months to March 2016 reduced by 14 per cent."
Ms Griffiths added: “I will continue to monitor and review the picture across Wales and am committed to taking a science led approach when considering all options on the way forward.”
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