We've been receiving a lot of questions on what the advice is regarding the use of lime and certain chemicals when disposing of carcasses. The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has updated its carcass disposal information page to answer these questions.
We continue to encourage producers to closely consider this advice before undertaking carcass disposal.
Please be proactive. Be conscious. Stay healthy.
Please don't risk your health, that of your other stock or the environment.
There are several factors you need to carefully consider before you dispose of carcasses on or around your property. All of these factors can directly impact the health of you, your family and the local environment you call home.
To detail these considerations, the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has put together a one-stop fact sheet that outlines all of the do's and don't's when it comes to safe and responsible carcass disposal.
We are encouraging members of our community to be proactive in the face of the recent devastation. However, we urge you to carefully read and follow the information outlined in the below link to ensure you, your family and your stock stay healthy. This will also give our beloved local environment a fighting chance as we work through this recovery together.