About Stock Sense
We help Victorian livestock producers adopt animal health and production practices that improve farm profitability, animal welfare and Victoria’s biosecurity status. Join in by attending events, accessing information online and getting in touch if you have a question or want to know more.
Stock Sense is co-funded by the Cattle Compensation Fund and the Sheep & Goat Compensation Fund, and is proudly delivered by the Victorian Farmers Federation Livestock Group.
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Key Livestock Information
Key animal health and biosecurity information for livestock producers in Victoria.
Biosecurity Planning
Information on biosecurity planning for LPA & JBAS.
eID in Sheep & Goats
Information on electronic NLIS tags in Victoria.
Fire Recovery
Bushfire response information for livestock owners.
Small Farm Owners
The legal responsibilities for livestock owners.
Farm Biosecurity
What is farm biosecurity and why it’s important for farmers.
Stock Sense News
Keep up to date with the latest information by reading our recent article. View all news →
Foot and mouth disease – livestock industry’s single greatest threat
Outbreaks of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) have previously occurred in Australia, but not since the 19th century. The last known…
Hygiene vital to preventing zoonotic disease spread
An old friend called the other day to ask my opinion on some sick cows on his farm in Central…
Winter Blues – warning about sheep and cattle losses
Significant rainfall in the past month has been welcomed across many parts of Victoria, however, the relieving rain brings with…
Stock Up Newsletter
Stock Up is the official e-newsletter of Stock Sense. View all publications →
Animal Health Fact Sheets
Explore and gain knowledge on animal health and diseases in livestock. View all fact sheets →
Anthrax
Anthrax is a serious infectious disease that can affect a range of animals, as well as humans. It is important producers are aware of the signs of anthrax to ensure a rapid response to an outbreak.
Arthritis
Arthritis in sheep is caused by a bacterial infection of the joints. It usually occurs in young sheep when bacteria localise in the joints after entering the body through the umbilical cord or any wound.
Barber’s Pole Worm
The Barbers Pole Worm can be a cause of mortalities in sheep within summer rainfall zones. In wet summer years the numbers can build up quickly especially in young sheep.
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