The outbreak of Lumpy Skin Disease in the French Alps has resulted in 51 recorded cases and significant impacts on local agriculture. Specifically, 24 farms in Savoie and 27 in Haute-Savoie have been affected. The highly contagious virus is spread by biting flies and results in severe skin defects in cattle. Approximately 1,000 cows have been culled to control the spread. A mass vaccination program is underway, targeting around 100,000 cattle, while others remain in wait. Quarantine measures are enforced to prevent further transmission, affecting local activities such as hiking and cycling.
One month after it was first detected in France, there are now 51 recorded cases of the highly contagious cattle virus Dermatose nodulaire contagieuse (known as Lumpy Skin Disease) in the French Alps.
As of July 31st, 24 farms in Savoie have been affected and 27 in neighbouring Haute-Savoie. The virus is spread by biting flies and causes lumpy skin defects on infected cattle.
Around 1,000 cows have been culled due to the outbreak, as farmers must observe a 45-day quarantine before reintroducing cattle.
The government is implementing a mass vaccination programme in Savoie and Haute Savoie, with around 100,000 cattle already vaccinated against Lumpy Skin Disease.
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