- The prevalence of bluetongue instances in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is likewise substantial.
In Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, nine groups of animals have recently dealt with the bluetongue virus. This places the area among the least affected regions. Across the country, as of Friday afternoon, there are 4,831 affected herds, as reported by the Friedrich-Loeffler-Institute located on Riems Island.
Affected animals, predominantly sheep, display symptoms such as lameness, elevated body temperature, general unease, reduced food and water consumption, nasal discharge, and increased drooling. The illness can potentially result in the animals' demise. Nationwide, sheep and cattle are the primary targets of the virus, with a few goats also being impacted.
The virus poses no risk to humans. The name is derived from the tendency of affected sheep's tongues to appear blue in some cases. Specialists encourage vaccinations.
Despite the prevalence of the bluetongue virus affecting livestock nationwide, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has managed to keep its agricultural sector relatively unaffected, with only a few instances to report. To safeguard their livestock and contribute to the overall health of agriculture, farmers in this region should consider getting vaccinations against the bluetongue virus.
