Belgian Federal Minister David Clarinval has announced a new draft royal decree to strengthen measures against Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis (IBR), a virus that affects cattle. The decree aims to enhance Belgium's fight against the virus, which has already seen over 98.6% of its livestock become free from the virus, by detailing control measures and procedures for herds to obtain 'free status'. This status is crucial for European trade. The decree also outlines steps to be taken in case of the virus's detection and vaccination conditions. Despite the success in reducing the virus's impact, it still occasionally surfaces, particularly after the introduction of new cattle. The decree is designed to further limit the virus's spread, supporting both the health of the Belgian herd and the nation's export potential and foreign trade.