Herd-Level Risk Factors for Bovine Tuberculosis: A Literature Review

Table 2

Other herd-level risks identified in some studies.

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Other herd-level risk factors identified in some studies^*

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Contact with contiguous cattle

Indicators of badger density/activity

Sourcing cattle from herds with TB history

Providing cattle feed inside housing

Use of multiple premises

Housing type

Herd type

Farmland habitat

Fertiliser usage

Mineral deficiencies (selenium)

Use of silage clamps

Rotational grazing

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^*It is important to note that epidemiological studies may differ in the variables examined, the exact measures used (in relation to the association with badgers etc.), and the study size and power. Therefore, not all risk factors would be expected to be identified equally across all studies.