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DairyTalk 676: New Virus Detection in Southern Germany: How Serious Is the Shamonda Risk? - by Helmut Demmelhuber
This podcast episode is based on technical reports examining current research and surveillance of Shamonda virus, detected in cattle in southern Germany in August 2026. Because the midge-borne virus is related to Schmallenberg virus, particular attention is being paid to abortions and congenital abnormalities that could indicate an impact on livestock reproduction. Findings in France and Switzerland also underline why coordinated surveillance and international reference laboratory networks are important for understanding its spread. For cattle producers, the immediate challenge is to…
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