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Monday, 29 February 2016 12:45

Fewer TB tests

Since 2011, OSPRI's TBfree programme has eradicated TB from 1.2 million hectares and infected herds are down to 35 – a huge decrease from nearly 1700 in 1994.

The farming industry's investment in TB eradication is proving to be effective as OSPRI lifts stock movement restrictions and reduces testing requirements in many areas.

Published in General News

TB plan out for discussion

Proposed changes to the TBfree programme will have a big impact on pest control work.

The future of TB control in New Zealand is in the hands of farmers and other key stakeholders, with the TB Plan proposal now open for consultation.

Published in Management

TB test service bulls

Herdowners should ensure service bulls they lease this season are tested for bovine tuberculosis (TB) before allowing them near their existing herd, says TBfree New Zealand.

Published in General News