HC Deb 31 March 1965 vol 709 cc229-30W
45 and 46. Mr. Clive Bossom

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (1) if he will give the mortality rate in cattle due to salmonellosis, the incidence and disposition of outbreaks and the rate of increase;

(2) what steps are being taken by his Department to eradicate or control salmonellosis.

Mr. John Mackie

Salmonellosis is not a notifiable disease and accordingly the statistical information requested by the hon. Member is not available. The disease is widespread in farm animals and poultry; vermin may also be affected. Eradication is impracticable but it may be controlled to some extent by good hygiene. Recently vaccines have been developed which should give a good measure of protection against the commonest causes of salmonella infection in cattle and pigs.