Farmers have been asked to continue collecting and submitting samples as soon as possible after birth. \ Philip Doyle
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The turnaround times for farmers submitting BVD samples are expected to increase over the coming week.
In a statement, David Graham BVD implementation group chairman said there were no delays in testing carried out by designed laboratories at present but this was expected to change in the weeks ahead.
He asked farmers to continue collecting and submitting samples as soon as possible after birth.
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Testing
Where farmers are required to self-isolate, Graham said farm organisations have mechanisms in place to assist with the collection of samples for posting and registration of calves.
While the likelihood of calves testing positive for BVD is low, Graham said if there was a delay in receiving test results, calves should be isolated with an emphasis on avoiding contact with pregnant cows.
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The turnaround times for farmers submitting BVD samples are expected to increase over the coming week.
In a statement, David Graham BVD implementation group chairman said there were no delays in testing carried out by designed laboratories at present but this was expected to change in the weeks ahead.
He asked farmers to continue collecting and submitting samples as soon as possible after birth.
Testing
Where farmers are required to self-isolate, Graham said farm organisations have mechanisms in place to assist with the collection of samples for posting and registration of calves.
While the likelihood of calves testing positive for BVD is low, Graham said if there was a delay in receiving test results, calves should be isolated with an emphasis on avoiding contact with pregnant cows.
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