Risks, protective measures and expert assessments regarding the current animal disease situation in Austria
As of April 2025
Since the beginning of 2025, the occurrence of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) and the topic of animal diseases in general have increasingly received media attention. Several confirmed cases of FMD in some of our neighboring countries have led to strict safety measures to prevent its spread to Austria. Other animal diseases, such as bluetongue disease and tuberculosis, must also be taken into consideration again.
- How great is the risk to Austria's livestock population?
- What measures should farmers take to protect their livestock?
We answer these and other questions in our exciting podcast about the current animal disease situation in Austria. Director Dr. Johann Gasteiner speaks with the official veterinarian of the Liezen district, Dr. Robert Gruber.
In this podcast episode, Dr. Johann Gasteiner speaks with Dr. Robert Gruber, official veterinarian for the Liezen district, about the current animal disease situation in Austria. Learn how high the risk to our livestock is currently assessed, which animal diseases are of particular concern, and what protective measures farmers should take now. A concise overview with well-founded assessments and practical recommendations – listen now!