News 24 reported today that a farmer outside Beaufort West in the Karoo had to cull over 100 goats after a reported case of brucellosis. The farmer’s wife became ill earlier this year after she was infected by a goat. Brucellosis is usually transmitted to humans when drinking unpasteurised milk. Western Cape MEC for Economic Opportunities and Agriculture Alan Winde said vets tested 935 animals on the farm after a routine inspection by state veterinarians pointed to a risk. Some of the samples tested positive for Brucella and as a result, 120 goats were slaughtered. The farm had been under quarantine since March and tests were conducted on neighbouring farms. Winde stated that the department is confident that the disease is contained.
Published on Monday, 13th July 2015 - 11:58
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