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New Federal-State network to manage FMD and LSD threat in northern Australia

A new Northern Australian Coordination Network will be established by the Albanese Government to help manage the threat of lumpy skin disease (LSD) and foot and mouth disease (FMD). Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Murray Watt today announced the $4.33 million network would bring together the Australian, Northern Territory, Queensland and Western Australia governments and northern livestock industry associations to improve Australia’s surveillance and preparedness coordination. The Northern Australian Coordination […]

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Are dingoes the answer to Australia’s feral cat and fox problem?

A new study headed by a scientist from Murdoch University’s Harry Butler Institute has focused attention on the question of whether dingoes can help supress the impact of feral cats and foxes. The study looked at the key differences and overlap in diets of the three-predator species, with results leading to a conclusion that because […]

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MSA grading rises to record 55pc of national slaughter cattle

The percentage of national adult slaughter cattle meeting Meat Standards Australia grading requirements in Australia rose to a new record of 55 percent in 2021–2022, according to latest annual data from Meat & Livestock Australia. The 2021-2022 MSA annual outcomes report released today – click here to download the report That is up from 53 percent […]

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