'We've lost 37,000 to TB, but the stress is a lot more taxing' - this Tipp dairy farmer suffered the 'fierce blow' of losing 15 cows

Sean Kelly, a sixth-generation farmer in Nenagh, Co Tipperary, is facing an uncertain future regarding the TB status of his 110-cow dairy herd. Having been farming since 2010, he has never encountered a TB reactor before. This recent challenge has compelled Kelly to advocate for a comprehensive evaluation of the current TB testing system, expressing concerns that it needs to be 'stripped apart and looked at' to ensure its effectiveness and reliability for farmers like himself.

Sean Kelly from Nenagh, a sixth-generation farmer, emphasizes the need for a review of the TB testing system, stating it must be 'stripped apart and looked at'.

Having farmed since 2010 and never encountering a TB reactor, Kelly is concerned about the recent testing outcomes for his 110-cow dairy herd.

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