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Bovine Tuberculosis Surge: Cattle Culls Up 32% in Ireland

7/24/2025

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Bovine tuberculosis (bTB) is escalating in Ireland, with cattle culls soaring by 32% and herd incidence climbing to 6.4% as of June 2025. Farmers are grappling with heightened stress due to trade restrictions and disease management challenges. To combat this, breeding for genetic resistance and vigilant monitoring of parasites and heat stress are essential for safeguarding herd health.

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Story summary

Bovine tuberculosis (bTB) is escalating in Ireland, with cattle culls soaring by 32% and herd incidence climbing to 6.4% as of June 2025. Farmers are grappling with heightened stress due to trade restrictions and disease management challenges. To combat this, breeding for genetic resistance and vigilant monitoring of parasites and heat stress are essential for safeguarding herd health.