NOTICE: February 2016 Monthly Scrapie Report is Available
USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service sent this bulletin at 03/28/2016 10:34 AM EDT
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The monthly report for the National Scrapie Eradication Program for February 2016 is now available. The monthly reports are available in both PowerPoint and PDF formats.
Highlights of the February 2016 Report
- Two additional cases of classical scrapie were confirmed in sheep between February 15 and March 15. This brings the total number of positive animals in FY 2016 to 12.
- One additional source flock was designated in February 2016, bringing the total to one new infected and three source flocks designated in FY 2016.
- No positive goat cases have been reported in FY 2016.
Announcement
Did you know USDA provides free ear tags for sheep and goat producers? If you’re not already receiving your free tags call 1-866-USDA-TAG (873-2824).
Resources
- To report a sheep or goat with clinical signs of scrapie, please contact your local VS office.
- To learn more about scrapie, the disease, and the national scrapie eradication program visit the APHIS VS Scrapie Website and www.eradicatescrapie.org.
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