One of the ways bovine Tb is spread is by the uncontrolled movement of infected cattle or deer.

To help manage this risk, the AHB has developed Movement Control Areas (MCAs) in which certain movement restrictions apply.

It is important that you check whether your property, or the property from which you are purchasing stock or receiving graziers, is within a MCA.

If it is, cattle or deer over 90 days old must have a pre-movement test within 60 days prior to being moved. Stock going direct to slaughter do not need a pre-movement test.

To arrange a pre-movement test, cattle farmers should call 0800 4 TB INFO (0800 4 824 636).  Deer farmers should call their Tb testing provider. You need to give 14 days’ notice.

In certain circumstances, such as after short term grazing in a MCA, exemptions to pre-movement testing are allowed. Phone 0800 4TB INFO (0800 4 824 636) to apply for an official exemption.

Additional conditions apply to movements from herds with an infected status and for some herds with a suspended status.

To check whether your property falls within a MCA, click here