Emergency Animal Disease Preparedness
Know the signs for Foot-and-Mouth Disease and Lumpy Skin Disease.
Report anything unusual to the Emergency Animal Disease Watch Hotline on 1800 675 888 (free call within Australia).
There is currently a heightened risk of both Foot-and-mouth disease and Lumpy Skin Disease entering Australia following outbreaks in nearby countries. It’s vital that everyone in the Australian Dairy industry play their part in preventing outbreaks of these diseases in our country.
Useful resources
Dairy farmers can also obtain free corflute biosecurity gate signs, dairy posters, visitor logs and biosecurity plans from their Dairy Australia Regional Team.
Setting up a staff and visitor footbath
More information
Foot-and-mouth disease
Foot-and-Mouth Disease [FMD]
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Foot-and-Mouth Disease National Response Plan (AUSVETPLAN disease manual)
- General biosecurity information
Please visit the Animal Health Australia website for additional information and resources.
Report a concern: Phone 1800 675 888
Lumpy Skin Disease [LSD]
- Frequently Asked Questions
- National Response Plan (AUSVETPLAN disease manual)
- General biosecurity information
Please visit the Animal Health Australia website for additional information and resources on the Lumpy Skin Disease.
Report a concern: Phone 1800 675 888
Webinars
FMD: Dairy farmer webinar
FMD: Dairy processor webinar