Australia: Bymount wants better communication in tick outbreak

Published 2024년 12월 20일

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A public meeting between cattle producers in the Bymount region, north of Roma, and the assistant minister for Primary Industries, Sean Dillon, was held to address concerns following a cattle tick outbreak. Producers voiced their need for clear protocols and enhanced communication to prevent the spread of ticks and ensure treatment effectiveness. They expressed frustration about the lack of transparency and the spread of information through the rumor mill. Dillon acknowledged the serious economic threat posed by the ticks and the need for a comprehensive communication strategy. Since the outbreak's detection at the Roma Saleyards on November 5, it has affected 38 properties and involved over 10,500 cattle. The government is recruiting additional staff to support the tick eradication efforts, which are expected to last at least 12 to 18 months.

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Bymount cattle producers still coming to terms with the shock of being at the centre of an unexpected cattle tick outbreak have made it clear to the state government that secrecy and isolation isn't what they need at the moment. All articles from our website & app The digital version of This Week's Paper Breaking news alerts direct to your inbox All articles from the other agricultural news sites in your area They were speaking at a public meeting between the assistant minister for Primary Industries Sean Dillon and those impacted by the tick outbreak in the Bymount region north of Roma on Friday morning, December 20. Mr Dillon was gathering feedback to take back to the government to assist its response and had a full notebook after the 90-minute Q&A session. Assistant Primary Industries Minister Sean Dillon fronting the cattle producers impacted by the tick outbreak at Bymount. Picture: Sally Gall Chief among the concerns was getting a clear understanding of the protocols and how ...

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