2020 Danish mink cull

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== 2020 Danish mink cull ==

The 2020 Danish mink cull refers to the mass culling of mink in Denmark in 2020 due to concerns over the spread of a mutated strain of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The cull was initiated by the Danish government in early November 2020 after it was discovered that the virus had mutated in mink and could potentially reduce the effectiveness of future COVID-19 vaccines.

Background[edit | edit source]

Denmark is one of the world's largest producers of mink fur, with a significant mink farming industry. In early November 2020, Danish authorities reported cases of COVID-19 in mink farms, leading to concerns about the potential for the virus to mutate in mink populations and spread back to humans.

Culling Operation[edit | edit source]

The Danish government announced a nationwide cull of all mink in the country, estimated to be around 15-17 million animals. The culling operation involved the systematic killing of mink on affected farms to prevent the spread of the mutated virus.

International Response[edit | edit source]

The 2020 Danish mink cull sparked international concern and scrutiny, with many countries imposing temporary bans on mink imports from Denmark. The World Health Organization (WHO) closely monitored the situation and provided guidance on the handling of mink-related COVID-19 cases.

Aftermath[edit | edit source]

The culling of mink in Denmark raised ethical concerns and led to debates about the future of the mink fur industry. The Danish government faced criticism for its handling of the situation and its decision to cull all mink in the country.

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