Livestock producers and service providers are invited to the Biosecurity in your backyard information session in Benalla.
Good biosecurity is paramount for protecting our economy, environment and community from the negative impacts of pests and diseases.
There are several risk factors that are contributing to an increased threat of a biosecurity incursion in Victoria and Australia.
State, federal and local governments, livestock producers and other supply chain participants including livestock agents, transporters and contractors all share responsibilities in minimising biosecurity risks and impacts to the industry.
PRESENTERS:
Dr Kate Rowe – District Veterinary Officer, Animal Health and Welfare
Dr Lee Manning – Veterinary Officer, Animal Health and Welfare
Kirstie Anderson -Technical specialist, Agriculture Services
TOPICS:
• Emergency animal diseases – overview with a focus on foot-and-mouth and lumpy skin disease
• What happens during a response locally?
• Actions and farm biosecurity measures you can put in place now.
Registrations: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/biosecurity-in-your-backyard-benalla-17-august-tickets-396405257797