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Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
Keywords
Cattle, Clostridium, Disease control
Disciplines
Beef Science | Dairy Science | Veterinary Infectious Diseases | Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Epidemiology, and Public Health
First Page Number
61
ISSN
0021-8618
Abstract
BLACK-LEG is still a serious disease of cattle in the South West coastal region, causing deaths in young cattle.
The disease is characterised by hot swollen muscles, acute lameness and rapid death.
Cattle affected are usually 6 to 12 months old, in fat condition, and grazing on lush pastures.
Recommended Citation
Wilkinson, F C.
(1969)
"Black-leg in cattle,"
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4: Vol. 10:
No.
2, Article 9.
Available at:
https://library.dpird.wa.gov.au/journal_agriculture4/vol10/iss2/9
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