Latest technology in BRD battle headed for Australian feedlots

Shan Goodwin
Updated December 12 2016 - 10:55am, first published December 9 2016 - 12:00pm
US veterinarian Dr Brad White outlining the new technology for detecting BRD in feedlots at the BeefEx conference in Queensland in October.
US veterinarian Dr Brad White outlining the new technology for detecting BRD in feedlots at the BeefEx conference in Queensland in October.

SOUTHERN Australian feedlots will trial advanced methods of remotely and objectively monitoring behavioural changes in feedlot cattle, aimed at earlier and more precise detection of bovine respiratory disease (BRD).

Shan Goodwin

Shan Goodwin

National Agriculture Writer - Beef

Shan Goodwin steers ACM’s national coverage of the beef industry. Shan has worked as a journalist for 30 years, the majority of that with agricultural publications. She spent many years as The Land’s North Coast reporter and has visited beef properties and stations throughout the country and overseas. She treats all breeds equally. Contact 0427686187. E: s.goodwin@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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