Reducing the Risk of Spread from Neighbouring Herd

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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?

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