A severe sheep and goat plague has been reported in Austria, with the outbreak traced back to a flock of 300 sheep imported from Romania. The farm is situated near the Austrian border with Slovenia and Hungary. In response, Austria has imposed restrictions on imports from Romania and has applied additional conditions for imports from Greece and Bulgaria, highlighting that trade can be halted when necessary. The article raises questions about the effectiveness of Romania's plague control measures and suggests the need for action to prevent the spread of the disease. It also emphasizes the need for compensation for farmers affected by the imports and criticizes the government's response.