Overview
- The Agriculture Ministry reports 361,079 cattle vaccinated as of December 27, equal to 50.7% of the 750,000 animals targeted across ten South-West departments.
- Minister Annie Genevard says the accelerated campaign aims to reach 80% of the targeted animals by Wednesday.
- Farmer protests have eased in parts of the region, with most blockades lifted in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, while some road and motorway disruptions continue in Occitanie.
- France’s response relies on whole‑herd culling at detected sites, vaccination and movement restrictions, with 115 infection sites confirmed since June 29.
- Ariège reports about 83% coverage and reinforced checks on livestock transports, with military veterinarians supporting local teams.