Shamonda virus detected in cattle in Wales and England
UK authorities say the virus was found at two dairy farms in October 2026; no additional disease-control measures are currently indicated.
Original report: Nov 2, 2026
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- The UK government says samples from farms in Powys and Shropshire tested positive at APHA laboratories in Weybridge.
Authorities say they will continue monitoring the virus and reviewing their response as more evidence becomes available.
Livestock keepers are advised to watch for clinical signs and contact a veterinarian with concerns.
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Shamonda virus detected in cattle in Wales and England
- UK GovernmentShamonda virus detected in livestock in Great Britain for first timeSource: UK Government 2026 · Nov 2, 2026 (UTC)
UK authorities say the virus was found at two dairy farms in October 2026; no additional disease-control measures are currently indicated.
- UK GovernmentShamonda virus detected in livestock in Great Britain for first timeSource: UK Government 2026 · Nov 2, 2026 (UTC)
The UK government says samples from farms in Powys and Shropshire tested positive at APHA laboratories in Weybridge.
- UK GovernmentShamonda virus detected in livestock in Great Britain for first timeSource: UK Government 2026 · Nov 2, 2026 (UTC)
Authorities say they will continue monitoring the virus and reviewing their response as more evidence becomes available.
- UK GovernmentShamonda virus detected in livestock in Great Britain for first timeSource: UK Government 2026 · Nov 2, 2026 (UTC)
Livestock keepers are advised to watch for clinical signs and contact a veterinarian with concerns.
- UK GovernmentShamonda virus detected in livestock in Great Britain for first timeSource: UK Government 2026 · Nov 2, 2026 (UTC)