Collection scheme for BSE testing

A NEW scheme for the collection of fallen animals for BSE testing has been announced by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.

It follows a budget decision that the department’s contribution to the Fallen Animals Scheme will cease with effect from Tuesday next.

Arrangements have now been put in place to provide financial support for the collection of certain animals, notably bovines over 48 months of age, for sampling, as required under the ongoing national BSE surveillance programme.