Displaying items by tag: MYCOPLASMA BOVIS
Imported semen 'likely' culprit
The Ministry for Primary Industries says imported semen remains one of the possible pathways for the bacterial disease Mycoplasma bovis' entry into New Zealand.
‘Significant’ progress on M. bovis eradication - Andrew
The Government’s Mycoplasma bovis programme director Simon Andrew says the agriculture sector has continued to make significant progress over 2022.
NAIT compliance essential for M. bovis eradication
Biosecurity New Zealand is warning farmers that those who don’t keep accurate NAIT records put others at risk and can hinder efforts to eradicate Mycoplasma bovis (M. bovis).
Another M. bovis case
Another case of Mycoplasma bovis has been discovered in Canterbury, bringing the total number of active cases to five.
Teen's love for cattle showing triumphs over pandemic
A "late" start to cattle showing hasn't dulled Southland teenager Chloe Thomson's love for the pastime, and the Holstein Friesian breed. In fact, it has only made it stronger.
Infected herd to be culled
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has confirmed that the herd of Canterbury cows found with a new strain of Mycoplasma bovis will be culled.
Extra measures introduced to target M. bovis pocket of infection
The Mycoplasma bovis (M. bovis) eradication programme will target the sole pocket of confirmed infection with depopulation starting on a Mid-Canterbury feedlot and strict new biosecurity measures for the surrounding area.
M.bovis outbreak investigations continue
The Ministry for Primary Industries is warning farmers to remain vigilant about biosecurity in their farms.
M. bovis outbreak 'under control'
The Government says it's got a high degree of confidence that Mycoplasma bovis found on a Mid-Canterbury dairy farm isn't widespread.
Move with care - MPI
With ‘Moving Day’ just around the corner, the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is reminding farmers to review their biosecurity practices while moving their animals.
