✉news HealthPandemics first seen 21 h ago, last 6 h ago, peak #14
Foot-and-Mouth Detection Threatens Namibia's Disease-Free Trade Status
Original: FMD Detection Disrupts Namibia’s Disease-Free Status and Trade
Namibia has detected foot-and-mouth disease, undermining its officially recognised disease-free status and disrupting livestock exports. The finding puts trade in cattle and animal products at risk, as importing countries typically suspend purchases from zones where the virus is present. Farmers and exporters face losses while authorities work to contain the outbreak and regain standing with trading partners.
Why now: An FMD outbreak jeopardises Namibia's valuable disease-free designation and its livestock export trade.
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- FMD Detection Disrupts Namibia’s Disease-Free Status and Trade · Bovine Veterinarian
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