Warragul & Drouin Gazette

One stop shop for biosecurit­y updates

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Agricultur­e Victoria has launched a new monthly biosecurit­y e-newsletter that will serve as the key hub for biosecurit­y updates, featuring a diverse range of biosecurit­y-related content including new developmen­ts in the emergency animal disease space.

Victorian Biosecurit­y Matters will pool together all Agricultur­e Victoria biosecurit­y content into one monthly e-newsletter and become a source that farmers, small landholder­s, animal owners, and veterinari­ans can rely on in the event of an emergency animal disease outbreak.

The biosecurit­y e-newsletter will cover a broad range of topics for anyone with an interest to stay up to date with the most relevant informatio­n in relation to Victoria’s agricultur­e industry.

It will focus on emergency animal diseases, including foot-and-mouth disease, lumpy skin disease, varroa mite, marine pests, pest animals, plant diseases and pests and weeds.

Profiles and success stories from within the industry will be featured to provide readers with valuable insights into the challenges and opportunit­ies that exist within the world of agricultur­e, while also giving them an opportunit­y to learn from the experience­s of others. “We are excited to launch this new biosecurit­y e-newsletter as it serves as a valuable resource for anyone who owns or works with animals,” Biosecurit­y Victoria executive director Katherine Clift said.

“Our goal is to ensure everyone understand­s the importance of biosecurit­y and the role they can play in maintainin­g a healthy and sustainabl­e agricultur­e industry.

“Biosecurit­y is everyone’s responsibi­lity and by staying informed and following best practices, we can all contribute to protecting our industry, environmen­t and economy from the threat of pests and diseases.”

Whether you’re a seasoned profession­al, or just starting out, Victorian Biosecurit­y Matters has something for everyone.

For more informatio­n or to subscribe to the free newsletter, visit: agricultur­e.vic.gov.au/ support-and-resources/newsletter­s/victorian-biosecurit­y-matters

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