Animal Welfare & Biosecurity

Q fever is a flu like disease carried by cattle, sheep and goats. It is also carried by feral animals…

Pneumonia in sheep is an infection and inflammation of the lungs which in severe cases can extend to the outer…

Pinkeye is an infection of the eye caused by a bacteria. It causes aggressive inflammation of the eye, often resulting…

Pestivirus is a common viral infection in cattle. It can cause reproduction loss, premature death and poor growth calves born…

Thinking of buying livestock and unsure where to begin? Check out this resource on how to get prepared. 

Thinking of buying livestock and unsure where to begin? Check out this resource on how to get prepared. 

The revised National OJD Management Plan came into effect on July, 1 2013. The “ABC” points-based system ended after five years…

Ovine Johne’s Disease is an infectious and incurable wasting disease of sheep. It is a notifiable disease in Australia and…

Ovine Brucellosis is an infectious disease affecting sheep. It is distinguished by infertility in rams and can significantly affect the…

Nitrate/Nitrite poisoning is a common plant poisoning, occasionally resulting in large losses. It most commonly occurs the first week after…

Another problem caused by wild dogs and foxes is their potential to pass abortion causing parasites into cattle herds.