All posts tagged "Farm Biosecurity"
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1.3KAgricultureSpots that were unusual
Have you spotted anything unusual on your property? Well, prawn farmers on the Logan River in Queensland have literally been spotting unusual...
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1.6KAgricultureJohne’s disease in sheep
In some rare, but great news, ovine Johne’s disease (OJD) – a disease that has caused significant sheep losses in the past...
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1.5KAgricultureVehicle wash-down tackles parthenium challenge
An on-farm clean-down facility is one of the central components of farm biosecurity for Nigel and Rosemary Brumpton at their property ‘Baynham’,...
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1.8KAgricultureSugarcane growers manual
Sweet! A new manual for sugarcane growers. For the first time, sugarcane growers have a manual dedicated to their biosecurity needs. Sharyn...
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1.8KAgricultureNo holiday for diseases, pests and weeds
One of the best ways to enjoy a stress-free Christmas break is to ensure that there’s someone taking care of biosecurity while...
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1.6KAgricultureKarnal bunt scenario tests surveillance
Over 2016, a number of activities have been undertaken as part of Exercise Haryana to test the grains industry’s readiness to respond...
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1.7KAgricultureJust in time for summer holiday travel
In addition to the restrictions on what can be brought into Australia from overseas, there are also rules about what can be...
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1.9KAgricultureOn-farm biosecurity – there’s an app for that
It might not be as entertaining or addictive as some apps, but the new FarmBiosecurity smartphone app will help take your biosecurity...
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1.3KAgricultureMake sure hitch hikers don’t arrive with backpacker labour
Many fruit or veg producers will have casual labourers, often backpackers, on their property to help with harvesting activities. If care is...
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1.8KAgricultureSpotted anything unusual? Call the hotline
If you ever noticed signs of a new pest or disease on your plants would you know what to do about it?...
