Pigs

Pig owners have responsibilities to keep their animals healthy and protect the industry.

Pig movement

Pig identification

All properties with 1 or more pigs must be registered with a property identification code (PIC).

Learn about requirements under the National Livestock Identification System – Pigs.

Pig health and diseases

Find out how to minimise risk of diseases, recognise symptoms in your pigs, and what to do if you suspect the following diseases:

There are strict feeding rules in place to maintain pig health. Learn about prohibited pig feed and the related penalties.

Related information

Report suspected Japanese encephalitis virus

JE is a nationally notifiable disease.

If you suspect or diagnose animals with JE, call your private vet or the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline.

Your vet can discuss subsidised testing with PIRSA.

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Page last reviewed: 22 Sep 2023

 


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