Update of White Spot in Madagascar

Crustaceans Health +1 more

29 May 2012, at 1:00am

MADAGASCAR - Earlier this month, the Director of Veterinary Services has reported cases of white spot disease virus in shrimp at an aquaculture facility in Tsangajoly.

by Charlotte Johnson

At the moment, this unit, owned by Aquamen E.F is the only known infected area.

This is the first time the disease has been recognised in the country.

Update of White Spot in Madagascar

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