Reducing the Risk of Spread from Neighbouring Herd
Informationon Reducing the Risk of Spread from Neighbouring Herd
- Ensure your fencing is stock proof to prevent cattle breaking onto or off your land.
- Ideally farm boundaries should be “double fenced” with at least a 2m gap. As a minimum the boundary should prevent “nose to nose” contact.
- Avoid borrowing or hiring bulls - consider purchasing a bull or use of AI instead.
- Avoid sharing winter housing.
- Consider which fields you graze and when to help keep your cattle away from the perimeter with grazing stock from neighbouring herds.
- Consider the risks associated with moving animals back into your herd from shows and sales - is it worth it?
