G2o—Lancaster Fannins, Saturday, January 26,1980 Vermont joins ranks of Brucellosis- free states NEW YORK, N.Y. - Vermont’s 5000 plus cattle herds are now free of brucellosis following a costly outbreak that began in 1972, a U.S. Department of Agriculture veterinary of ficial reports. The Vermont outbreak was at its worst m 1975 when about 45 cattle herds were quarantined. Not counting producer losses, state and federal governments spent about $3.6 million on the outbreak from 1972 to 1980. The last quarantine was lifted Dec. 28, 1979-m time for the state to enter the New Year with a clean cattle population. “Great credit for this victory over disease must go to the State’s farmers,” said Paul Becton of USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. “They have worked diligently with State-Federal animal health authorities to free their herds of brucellosis.” Vermont’s costly outbreak resulted mainly from the importation of exposed cattle This happens all too frequently in other states as well, Becton noted. He believes it’s time everyone involved in the program accept responsibility for stopping the movement' of exposed animals Becton, who directs the national brucellosis eradiction program, said Vermont joins the ranks of 11 other states with no cattle herds under brucellosis quarantine. The others are: Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Rhoda Island, and South Carolina. 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But for those who do buy replacements, Becton has some recom mendations: -Buy from sources with a reputation for selling brucellosis-free cattle or from certified brucellosis free herds. -Buy animals that were calfhood vaccinated as shown by ear tags, tattoos and health records. -Buy cattle that were tested negative for brucellosis within 30 days of purchase. -Isolate newly purchased cattle for 45 to 120 days and then have them retested before mixing them with the established herd. -Cattle buyers should know that one negative test is not enough to be sure an animal is free of brucellosis, said Becton. It takes anywhere from one to three months sometimes longer for exposed animals to develop a positive blood test reaction. Brucellosis, also called Bang’s disease, is an in fectious bacterial disease of cattle and other animals It can be transmitted from animals to humans as un dulant fever. The most common sign of cattle brucellosis is abortion or birth of weak calves. Early detection of the disease allows the infection less opportunity to spread, therby reducing losses. “Any farmer or rancher who suspects he has brucellosis in his herd should seek immediate veterinary assistance and get his cattle tested,” said Becton. “Prompt action can prevent serious losses.” Haaitt-lfay FLAMELESS CATALYTIC HEATERS ! AN L.P. GAS BROODER THAT DOES A BETTER JOB ON BABY PIGS & CHICKS AARON S. GROFF & SON FARM & DAIRY STORE RD3 Ephrata PA 17522 (Hmkletpwn) Phone (717) 354 4631 Store Hours 7AM to 9 P M Closed lues Wed & Sat at 530 P M Grangers attend leadership conference Six members of the Maryland Grange attended Activity Director; Nancy Wolfe. State Lecturer; the leadership conference held this past Saturday Ethel Brauer, Director of Junior Grange Activities; and Sunday in Carlisle, Pa. Discussing effective and Alan Brauer, Master of the Frederick County programs; and state plans are, from left, C. Rodman Pomona Grange. Myers, Maryland Master; Louisa B. 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