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Botulism is a rapid onset, usually fatal disease caused by the botulinum toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.

Photosensitisation is inflammation of the skin, and occasionally the conjunctiva and cornea of the eye.

Some of the world’s safest meat, milk and fibre products are produced here in Western Australia. WA farmers produce safe food by keeping their livestock free of harmful residues.

Mature cow weights have increased over the last 10-20 years due to genetic progress.

Older recommendations used for target heifer joining weights may no longer be appropriate.

Pigs are much more sensitive to heat than other animals so during periods of hot weather it is important to look at ways to reduce heat stress.

Newcastle disease is a severe viral disease of poultry and other birds.

The persistent nature of organochlorine (OC) residues in soils is an ongoing issue for livestock producers. Cattle are the most susceptible to the accumulation of OC residues.

Australian sweet lupins (Lupinus angustifolius L.) are currently utilised as a valuable protein source in pig diets.

All ruminants (including sheep, cattle and goats) require cobalt in their diet for the synthesis of vitamin B12.