§ Mr. Bryant Godman Irvineasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make clear what is the period between tests for brucellosis which are required to confirm the continued freedom of an accredited herd, as this is not stated in document BSI issued by his Department.
§ Mr. Anthony StodartThe period between tests depends on the type of herd and management practice. The Milk Marketing Board acts as our agent in testing samples taken monthly from milk sold to it, and milk not sold to the board is tested at least quarterly. In herds which do not produce milk eligible animals are blood tested at least once a year, although this interval is reduced where risks of reinfection are above average.