Five tonnes of antibiotics used to combat disease in salmon
The Tasmanian salmon industry used 5.4 tonnes of the antibiotic florfenicol last summer to address a disease, resulting in the death of 9,000 tonnes of fish. Following the antibiotic's use, levels were detected in wild species, prompting a ban by federal authorities. The industry plans to invest in vaccines and breeding strategies to improve fish health.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 04:32 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 04:40 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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