A local farmer has said that the bluetongue virus isn't currently spreading, rather detection is very intense across farms, particularly in the south-east.
Newbliss farmer, David Hall, is the IFA's Animal Health chair.
He believes that recent confirmed cases of the Bluetongue virus come from the original infection back in September.
Nationally, the Department of Agriculture continue to carry out a surveillance campaign, which has led to the detection of additional cases in recent weeks.
Last week (Friday, 6th March), movement of cattle and sheep, for production and breeding, between Ireland and Northern Ireland recommenced.
Speaking to Northern Sound, Mr. Hall said that the trade along border counties is important.
Mr. Hall said: "Particularly for border counties its very important. A lot of people breed dairy replacements. There's a great market for them in Northern Ireland.
"It's very important that we got that trade opened, particularly as grass season is kicking off," he added.
