News Brief: Lumpy Skin Disease Detected in Bali, Australian Cattle Industry on Alert
Summary
Lumpy skin disease (LSD), a viral illness affecting cattle and buffalo, has been confirmed in Bali, Indonesia. While the disease poses no risk to human health, its potential arrival in Australia could cause billions in losses. Australian biosecurity authorities and industry groups are urging vigilance but stress preparedness and current strong protocols.
Key Points
- Disease Status: LSD causes skin lesions, fever, and reduced milk production in cattle/buffalo. It is spread by insects and animal movement.
- Location: First detected in Indonesia (Sumatra) in 2022, it has now reached the popular tourist island of Bali.
- Australian Stance: Australia remains LSD-free. Industry describes itself as “alert, not alarmed.”
- No Trade Impact: Current cases in Bali do not affect Australia’s live cattle trade protocols.
- Preparedness: Authorities highlight strong biosecurity, surveillance, and vaccination plans as key defenses.
- Public Reminder: Travelers returning from regions with LSD or foot-and-mouth disease are asked to avoid contact with livestock for seven days.
新闻简报：牛结节性皮肤病抵达巴厘岛，澳洲畜牧业保持警惕
摘要
牛结节性皮肤病（LSD）——一种影响牛和水牛的病毒性疾病——已在印度尼西亚巴厘岛得到确认。该疾病对人类健康无风险，但若传入澳大利亚可能导致数十亿澳元的损失。澳大利亚生物安全当局和行业团体敦促保持警惕，但同时强调已做好充分准备，现行防疫协议严格有效。
关键要点
- 疾病情况：LSD会导致牛/水牛出现皮肤病变、发烧和产奶量下降。通过昆虫和动物移动传播。
- 疫情地点：该病于2022年首次在印度尼西亚（苏门答腊岛）发现，现已传播至旅游热点巴厘岛。
- 澳洲立场：澳大利亚目前无LSD。行业表示“保持警惕，但不必恐慌”。
- 贸易未受影响：巴厘岛目前的病例未影响澳大利亚的活牛贸易协议。
- 防范准备：当局强调强大的生物安全措施、监测和疫苗接种计划是关键防御手段。
- 公众提醒：从存在LSD或口蹄疫地区返回的旅客，被要求七天内避免接触牲畜。
Original Article Link: https://www.abc.net.au/news/rural/2026-01-22/cattle-industry-cautious-lumpy-skin-disease-reaches-bali/106256000