Oierit în pericol: Risc de pierdere a efectivelor matcă

The sheep sector in Romania faces significant challenges due to the emergence of diseases like peste des petits ruminants and sheep and goat pox. Veterinarian Radu Antohe emphasizes the need for effective measures to protect existing livestock, highlighting the importance of animal movement control and traceability. The recent appearance of these diseases adds pressure on farmers, necessitating urgent solutions to prevent the loss of breeding stock. Discussions with the European Commission are crucial for demonstrating Romania's ability to manage animal circulation and reduce virus transmission risks. Antohe warns that a lack of coordination among authorities could worsen the situation, leading to long-term consequences for the sheep sector.