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Ostreid Herpesvirus Outbreak Reported in Norway
NORWAY - An outbreak of infection with ostreid herpesvirus-1 microvariant has been detected in Brumunddal, Norway.
The outbreak effected wild Pacific oysters in Tønsberg, Vestfold. The exact number effected is unknown.
The source of the outbreak is thought to be due to the horizontal spread through water and contact
with wild species.
An ostreid herpesvirus-1 microvariant outbreak was reported last month in Swedish waters. Read more on that outbreak here.
The Health and Welfare of Atlantic Salmon course
It is vital that fish farm operatives who are responsible for farmed fish are trained in their health and welfare. This will help to ensure that fish are free from disease and suffering whilst at the same time promote good productivity and comply with legislation.
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