Farmers fear threat of bluetongue outbreak next year

Livestock farmers say it must be the Government's priority to support APHA with more resources so they can take decisive action when needed

Rachael Brown
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Farmers fear threat of bluetongue outbreak next year

Livestock farmers were worried about the likelihood of an outbreak of bluetongue next spring and summer, adding it must be the Government's priority to support APHA with more resources so they can take...

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