Rapid tests key to avoiding shearing shed Omicron outbreak

Victoria Nugent
Updated July 4 2022 - 11:45pm, first published January 5 2022 - 12:00pm
The Shearing Contractors Association of Australia has been sourcing rapid antigen tests to distribute among its members.
The Shearing Contractors Association of Australia has been sourcing rapid antigen tests to distribute among its members.

Rapid Antigen Tests are set to become a key part of avoiding COVID-19 outbreaks in shearing sheds as Omicron variant cases surge across the country.

Victoria Nugent

Victoria Nugent

National sheep and wool writer

National sheep and wool writer for ACM's agricultural publications. Former livestock editor for Queensland Country Life. Send your story tips to vnugent@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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