08/02/2026
There are a lot of misconceptions about this—particularly in Texas, where I’ve heard incorrect information from people you’d expect to know the regulations. To avoid any issues, make sure you obtain your flock ID and properly tag your animals.
🚨ANIMAL HEALTH ALERT🚨
USDA APHIS confirmed classical scrapie in a sheep slaughtered in a facility in Oregon.
APHIS and state animal health officials recently initiated an investigation to determine the flock of origin. The affected animal did not have an ear tag. This case is a reminder of why tagging compliance and surveillance participation are critical to safeguarding flocks nationwide.
Please read the full ASI press release here: https://champ.ly/XD8kUh9y.
For additional information regarding scrapie, visit: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/sheep-goat/scrapie.
ASI will not be monitoring social media comments as the USDA investigation is ongoing.
