Has SA got the right approach to OJD?
SA has moved in line with other states with its ovine johnes disease surveillance, after mandatory testing for the disease ended at Thomas Foods International late last month.
A voluntary system is in place, with producers required to fill in request forms if they wish to receive abattoir monitoring results for OJD.
The move has drawn mixed reaction from farmers and industry representatives, with some saying it should be up to individual farmers to monitor for disease, and others arguing it is a missed opportunity to keep on top of OJD.
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