Cattle Tuberculosis: A Practical Guide to the Agriculturist and Inspector (Classic Reprint)

Practical guidance for controlling cattle tuberculosis in your herd and community.

This guide explains how authorities and farmers approach bovine tuberculosis, from early testing to market decisions. It covers practical steps used in inspections, the tuberculin test, and how different countries have handled compensation and disease control.

The book presents real-world examples of insurance schemes and regulatory measures that help reduce losses while protecting public health. It emphasizes the importance of uniform meat inspection, careful handling of infected herds, and coordinated action by farmers, veterinarians, and local authorities.

• How tuberculin testing is implemented and interpreted in different regions


• Ways insurance schemes have been organized to share risk and losses


• Regulatory steps from testing to slaughter and disease containment


• Practical considerations for housing, isolation, and herd management

Ideal for readers of agricultural policy, veterinary inspection, and farm management who want clear, actionable guidance on tuberculosis control.