Impact
- Damage to our agricultural and tourist economy in Dorset
- Mass cull / disposal of animal carcasses to stop the disease spreading
- Cost to the UK economy from lost income in farms and meat processing businesses
Consequences
- Increased food costs to consumers
- Impact on businesses who have been unable to trade
- The public feel unsure about buying meat products, such as beef and lamb
What you can do
Animal disease is something that many of us will never encounter. Being aware of local advice in Dorset, and also at a national level, through the Government’s Animal and Plan Health Agency, is definitely worthwhile.