Animal health surveillance refers to the collection, processing and dissemination of animal health and disease information. Ireland’s Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine is committed to high quality animal health surveillance, to protect and enhance Ireland’s superior animal health status.
Farmers are urged to check fields to reduce risk to their animals at turnout and during silage making.
06 May 2025
Cases of blackleg are starting to be seen by the RVLs – it is commonly a disease of late spring and early summer.
06 May 2025
Update from the National Disease Control Centre. The latest situation regarding Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.
01 May 2025
NDCC update on the latest disease situation in Europe, alongside information for livestock owners and advice for travellers regarding FMD.
01 May 2025
It is not too late to test your silage for feed quality and minerals.
20 February 2025
Farmers can ensure healthy, productive calves by focusing on four essential areas: housing, nutrition, cleanliness, and consistency.
12 February 2025
