The Northern Territory’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Sue Fitzpatrick will be at the Katherine Show to discuss biosecurity threats including lumpy skin disease (LSD) and foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) tomorrow.
As part of her talk, Dr Fitzpatrick is focused on building broader awareness of what’s happening in the region, providing information about diseases, preparedness and potential impacts on the Northern Territory.
Industry are encouraged to attend and participate.
Dr Fitzpatrick will be on hand at the RaboTruck tomorrow from 11am-2pm, along with staff from the Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade (the department) to take questions on a variety of livestock biosecurity issues.
Dr Fitzpatrick said the Katherine Show presents a great opportunity for members of the community and the Territory livestock industry to learn more about the signs of FMD and LSD, and what to do if they see a suspect case.
The department has partnered with the NT Cattlemen’s Association and Rabobank for this year’s shows to bring a range of speakers and useful content to the RaboTruck stage.
Staff from the department will be participating in the Katherine Show Days from 15-16 July and at the Darwin Show from 22-23 July.
