decrease font size
increase font size
change type face
bookmark this page
email this page
print this page
TheFishSite Latest News
Thursday, July 03, 2008
Print This Page Koi Herpesvirus Disease Outbreak Confirmed
UK - Movements of fish in and out of a fishery in Kent have been restricted, following the confirmation of Koi Herpesvirus (KHV) Disease.
Defra has issued a Designated Area Order prohibiting the movement of fish to and from Shirkoak Farm, Woodchurch, Ashford, Kent.
Samples were taken from the affected fishery following reported deaths of fish.
KHV Disease affects common carp and carp varieties such as Koi. It can result in high rates of fish mortalities.
There are no implications for human health.
It became a legal obligation to notify suspicion of KHV Disease on 6 April 2007. The measures developed in partnership between government and industry to help combat outbreaks were announced on 21 May.
TheFishSite News Desk
Latest Industry News
MRI Scanning Helps Spare a Thought for Cod
The Future of Mariculture in Asia-Pacific
CBF and TNC Support Native Oyster Alternatives
Reasearch Says Oysters Can Inhibit Breast Cancer
Financial Crash Could Deepen Food Crisis
Destructive Aquatic Aliens Meet on UK Shores
First fishery in Germany Awarded MSC with Eco-Label
Pakistan Policy Proposal in Aid of Small Fisheries
A Taste of Shetland for New Scottish Salmon CE
Bigger Bite: Austevoll's Offer for LSG








