1080 Poisoning in Waitara Valley
Information release from Epro Ltd regarding 1080 poison drop in Waitara Valley, May – June 2011
Notice of intention to Apply (1080) – Waitara Valley
Epro Ltd has been contracted by the Animal Health Board to undertake bovine tuberculosis (TB) vector control (possums) in the Waitara Valley area.
To comply with the Hawke’s Bay Medical Officer of Health’s request, Epro Ltd give notice of our intention to apply 1080. The toxic bait will be in the form of cereal pellets and will be dyed green in accordance with the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms act 1996.
This operation will commence as soon as practicable after 1 March 2011 and will be completed by 30 June 2011, weather permitting.
If you have any queries please contact Epro Ltd’s Taupo office (07) 378 4852