The Bovicat association, representing 95% of Catalan cattle farmers, argues that current regulations are outdated. In cases like Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD), farmers are forced to cull entire herds despite the availability of vaccines and the recovery of many animals, a situation Anglada describes as lacking common sense.
“"If the Administration remains stubborn with sanitary emptyings, we will be left without herds."
While the Government has secured fair market value compensation for culled animals, the sector is calling for additional support to cover the loss of income during the years it takes to restart production. Furthermore, they point to wild animals, such as wild boars, as uncontrolled vectors of diseases like tuberculosis.
