PRO/AH> Schmallenberg virus – Europe (06): Ireland, ovine, bovine, spread

Schmallenberg — Ireland
Schmallenberg virus [SBV] is believed to have spread to all counties. Figures provided to AgriLand by the Department of Agriculture indicate that SBV positive test results have been recorded in both cattle and sheep this year [2018].

Of the 311 tests (polymerase chain reaction) carried out on cattle, 6 positive results were identified. In addition, 96 tests were carried out on sheep at Regional Veterinary Laboratories, and 38 positive results were obtained [see source URL for a table