Clearing a Continent: The Eradication of Bovine Pleuropneumonia from Australia

Bovine Pleuropneumonia Eradication in Australia

Written by L. G. Newton and R. Norris, this book documents the history, spread, control, and eventual eradication of bovine pleuropneumonia in Australia. Drawing on extensive archival research, it traces early outbreaks, the disease's spread across affected states, and the challenges of controlling infection in northern regions. It also examines vaccination and provides valuable historical lessons for veterinary disease control and livestock health management worldwide.

Key Features:

• Documents the eradication of bovine pleuropneumonia in Australia
• Traces the history of the disease and its early outbreaks
• Examines how infection spread across affected regions
• Describes efforts to control and eliminate the disease
• Explores challenges in northern Australian cattle populations
• Discusses vaccination as part of disease-control strategies
• Draws on extensive historical records and archival research
• Highlights lessons from national animal-disease eradication efforts
• Supports understanding of infectious disease management in cattle
• Provides a historical reference for veterinary and livestock professionals