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Catalonia to Start Cattle Vaccinations Wednesday After Second DNC Case Confirmed

The campaign awaits EU approval before targeting 75% coverage within a 50‑kilometer ring.

Overview

  • A second infected farm has been confirmed in Peralada, where about 270 head of cattle are slated for culling under protocol.
  • The first outbreak was identified in Castelló d'Empúries, and authorities have mobilized public and private veterinarians with rapid‑response teams prepared to administer doses.
  • Research teams from CReSA are in Girona today to collect samples for virus isolation and sequencing, with contacts opened to counterparts in France and Italy and a scientific advisory group proposed.
  • Officials emphasize there is no transmission to humans and that milk and meat remain safe for consumption.
  • The regional plan is coordinated with Spain’s agriculture ministry, which is preparing compensation measures, while Castilla‑La Mancha urges avoiding cattle movements from Catalonia and southern France and a national coordination meeting is scheduled for Wednesday.