Control of BoHV-1 infection in cattle

BoHV-1 negatively affects health and productivity of cattle (dairy and beef). It is thus necessary to establish a plan in order to not only control BoHV-1 but to eradicate it and then maintain the farm, region and/or country free of the disease and the virus.

Control measures should focus at the following levels:

1. Commercial farm
2. Artificial Insemination centre
3. Embryo transfer companies

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At each level vaccination and biosecurity play a siginficant role. Before applying control measures for BoHV-1 at any of these levels, it is necessary to be aware of the possible source of infection, as this will influence the choice of control plan. For more information see Transmission of BoHV-1.