Tag: parthenium
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TROUBLESOME WEED TRIGGERS NORTHERN RIVERS BIOSECURITY RISK
In a first for the Northern Rivers, the parthenium weed has been found on a rural property in the Tweed Shire. Its thought to have come from a contaminated batch of chicken feed. The plant can severely impact both human and livestock health.
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PARTHENIUM WEED FOUND ON CENTRAL COAST
Central Coast Council is urging farmers to be vigilant after parthenium weed was found at Ravensdale. The plant is thought to have hitched a ride in chicken feed, transported from Queensland. It’s not usually found in New South Wales and can impact both livestock and human health (VISION ONLY.)