Queensland and prawn farmers may face devastating losses in the wake of an outbreak of white spot disease. Authorities are scrambling to contain an outbreak of white spot disease in Queensland as prawn farmers and fishermen face devastating losses in the pre-Christmas period. The virus prevents prawns and crabs from growing, with Thompson comparing the disease to a "natural disaster. " An emergency meeting has been called for industry groups, government agencies and affected farmers and fisherman. There is currently a fishing ban in the Brisbane river while authorities attempt to halt the outbreak. Some fisherman face losing 20% to 30% of income due to missed three busiest weeks trade.
Queensland and prawn farmers may face devastating losses in the wake of an outbreak of white spot disease. The virus prevents prawns and crabs from growing, with Thompson comparing the disease to a "natural disaster." An emergency meeting has been called for industry groups, government agencies and affected farmers and fisherman. There is currently a fishing ban in the Brisbane river while authorities attempt to halt the outbreak. Some fisherman face losing 20% to 30% of income due to missed three busiest weeks trade.