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Plant health diagnostic services

Through our purpose-built, state of the art laboratory and modern facilities, the Plant Health Diagnostic Service (PHDS) offers quality assured, comprehensive services in the following … See more

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Sheep Health Statement

WebThe National Sheep Health Statement is an important tool for assessing the health status and management history of a mob of sheep. A revised National Sheep Health Statement (Version 3) has been released to support the new National OJD Management program which began on 1 July 2013. The National Sheep Health Statement will be voluntary …

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Footrot in sheep and goats

WebFootrot is a contagious bacterial disease of sheep and goats, caused by the organism Dichelobacter nodosus ( D. nodosus) in association with a number of other bacteria. There are many strains of D. nodosus and they vary in the severity of the disease they cause. In an infected flock, several strains of D. nodosus may be present.

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Salmonella Enteritidis

WebSalmonella is a bacteria commonly found in animals, including poultry. It can cause illness to humans such as gastroenteritis (commonly known as ‘gastro’) when contaminated food is consumed. Until September 2018, Salmonella Enteritidis (SE) had not been detected in NSW poultry. SE is a type of Salmonella that is present in most

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Managing worms in sheep in NSW

WebInternal parasites or worms are one of the most important health challenges for the Australian sheep industry. From the 1980s, the NSW sheep industry has been well-served by various region-specific sheep worm control programs: WormKill, DrenchPlan, and later, WestWorm and FarWestWorm. WormBoss, is a national sheep worm control initiative.

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Bats and health risks

WebBats can pose a health risk to humans and animals. Any human and bat interaction should be reported immediately by the person involved to the NSW Public Health Unit (1300 066 055). If your pet has been bitten, scratched or exposed to bat body fluids, you should seek assistance from your private veterinarian.

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Macadamia grower's guide: nutrition and soil health – Part 1: the

WebThe macadamia grower’s guide project (2022–24) provides up-to-date resources that articulate best management practices for macadamia growers. The online resources allow for timely updates incorporating new research findings and evolving macadamia management practices. Nutrition and soil health is the first module developed in the project.

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Transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (TSE)

WebThe transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (TSE) group of diseases includes bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) and scrapie of sheep. TSEs are caused by an infectious prion protein (altered form of host protein) resulting in progressive change in behaviour and neurological signs of affected animals. Australia is currently free of all TSEs

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Soil management guides

WebTo maintain and improve soil health, farmers need to manage their production system so that it doesn’t degrade the soil by; maintaining soil structure. controlling erosion. maintaining or improving soil organic matter levels. maintaining or improving nutrient levels and water holding capacity of the soil. fostering beneficial soil biological

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Pig diseases Department of Primary Industries

WebThere are a number of diseases that affect pigs. Some of these are endemic—meaning they occur naturally in Australia – and while they range in severity, most can be controlled by vaccination programs and good management and hygiene on farm. Examples of endemic pig diseases are erysipelas, APP ( Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae ), scours

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Hendra virus confirmed in unvaccinated horse near Newcastle

WebA 24 year old unvaccinated horse has died from Hendra virus at a property near Newcastle, NSW. The detection of the virus was confirmed late on Tuesday 18 July 2023, through testing at NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Elizabeth Macarthur Agricultural Institute. NSW DPI Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Jo Coombe said a private vet …

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NSW Ovine Brucellosis Accreditation Scheme

WebNSW Ovine Brucellosis Accreditation Scheme. More topics in this section. The NSW Ovine Brucellosis Accreditation Scheme allows participants to sell rams accredited low risk for Ovine Brucellosis. This very successful scheme has been in operation since 1981 and is well accepted by the sheep industry.

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Animals & livestock

WebGoats. Goat breeding, selection and genetics. Management and production. Health and disease. Welfare. Goat Industry Data Collation and Tracking. Sheep and goat electronic identification. General position paper - Development of the goat industry in NSW.

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Sheep health statement Department of Primary Industries

WebThe National Sheep Health Statement is an important tool for assessing the health status and management history of a mob of sheep. A revised National Sheep Health Statement (Version 3) has been released to support the new National OJD Management program which began on 1 July 2013. The National Sheep Health Statement will be voluntary …

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OJD: The national Sheep Health Statement

WebThe national Sheep Health Statement is the key to understanding OJD risk when trading sheep. Since it was first diagnosed in Australia in 1980, ovine Johne’s disease (OJD) has proven to be a costly disease. It spreads slowly, is difficult to detect early on, reduces weight gain and wool production and can kill up to 10% of adult sheep each

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Plant Health Certificate (PHC)

WebPlant Health Certificate (PHC) You may need a biosecurity certificate if you want to move items such as plants, plant products, agricultural equipment, used packaging, soil or organic matter between NSW and other states or territories, or within NSW. One type of biosecurity certificate, known as a Plant Health Certificate (PHC), will provide

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Workplace Health Management Plan Template

Web2 | NSW Department of Primary Industries, June 2020. Workplace Health Management Plan Template. A. Communications Plan-always available at the workplace. Steps. Notes. Have a communication plan to inform and maintain information flow between key stakeholders (NSW Health, Safe work NSW Industry bodies), staff, customers, board/shareholders …

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Herd health costs for cattle enterprises- April 2023

WebHealth costs included in calculating gross margins Code 5 in 1 vaccination (2 doses 4-6 weeks apart) for calves or purchased stock 1a 5 in 1 annual booster for yearlings and older stock 1b buffalo fly ear tags for all stock 2 two worm treatments (pour on) for coastal yearlings and purchased stock 3a

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Animal carcass disposal

WebCarcass disposal should occur as soon as possible after the animal has died. Careful planning and management of disposal is important to ensure the safety of the community, other stock, the environment and to minimise the risk of disease spread. Animal owners and managers have a legal responsibility to ensure that disposal of carcasses does not

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