The Morlais herd, except for a few breeding bulls, has been a closed herd for over twenty years. It has never had a TB breakdown.
Parasites are dealt with as necessary with minimal use of drugs. There are no known health problems in the herd at present. It is accredited free of BVD and vaccinated for BVD. Herd accredited free of Johne's Disease Risk Level 1. It is also free of IBR and Leptospirosis.
The Morlais is a long standing member of the Welsh Black Cattle Health Scheme in conjunction with the Scottish agricultural colleges.
Morlais is a long standing member of the Welsh Black Cattle Health Scheme, operated in conjunction with the Scottish agricultural colleges. This scheme provides independent verification of herd health status and promotes best practice in disease prevention.
