The risk level of foot and mouth disease in animals in Scotland has been increased to medium, following the discovery of the virus in water buffalo in Germany.Imports of cattle, pigs and sheep from the country have also been banned as a preventative measure to protect livestock as well as farmers' livelihoods and food security.
Scotland has not seen any cases of the disease since 2001, but has continued to remain vigilant for any potential outbreaks.
A simulated outbreak in 2018 tested the government's preparedness, with ministers confident the country will be able to successfully manage a real occurrence.
Although FMD (foot and mouth disease) does not pose a risk to human health, it is a highly contagious disease affecting cloven-hoofed animals.