The movement of hay has been halted for a month

As dry conditions continue, stock owners are reminded of the one-month ban on the movement of hay.

The NSW Government has suspended the permit for hay moving from fire ant infested areas of south east Queensland into NSW, in the aftermath of ex Tropical Cyclone Alfred. 

The suspension is for one month, effective from Thursday, March 13, and has come about as the risk of mobile fire ant colonies being transported into NSW in known carrier materials may have increased.

What to know before ordering or accepting feed or fodder:

• Know the source. Ask where the fodder has come from and what it is made up of.
• Check that it is allowed into NSW and the risks you may be exposed to. Some fodder movements are restricted to protect the biosecurity of our land, water, food and fibre production. Check whether the fodder you are receiving is legal and whether certification is needed by visiting the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) website.
• Keep a record of where you received fodder from and what it is made up of to help you trace any problems later.
• Check it carefully by looking it over. While some weeds, diseases and pests are hard to spot, others may be more obvious.
• If you see insects, snails, the consignment smells, the colour is not right, or there are other strange signs contact your Local Land Services office for advice.

You should reject any fodder or feed that doesn’t meet NSW requirements or contact DPI with any questions.