=To worldwide Nishikigoi lovers and dealers=
We regret very much to inform you that KHV (Koi Herpes Virus) infected Koi have been found from Nishikigoi dealers in Ojiya City, Niigata Prefecture. Fortunately, because it was detected at an early stage and because the Niigata prefectural government and breeders have always secured a crisis-management system, there is little need to worry about the spread of the KHV disease. However, we are taking precautions by confirming with all other breeders. We will be able to give a final report at the beginning of July, but first we would like to give an immediate report.
On Sunday, June 18, a KHV infected Koi was identified for the first time from a Niigata breeder. The source of infection was a tategoi transferred from another prefecture. All possibly infected Koi from that source have been inspected and culled. We are currently in the process of reinspecting all Niigata Koi to prevent the spread of KHV. Details will be reported in early July, but please allow us to offer our sincerest apologies for the anxiety caused.
As informed previously, the Niigata prefectural government and breeders work together to implement measures
towards fish diseases, which is why we were able to deal with the KHV disease before its spread. We will continue to work hard towards zero incidence of KHV. Your understanding and continued support will be very much appreciated.Hajime Isa, Niigata Regional Director,
All Japan Nishikigoi Promotion Association
Info from:
http://www.japan-nishikigoi.org/#