Safeguarding beef production with rapid chemical resistance tests in ticks . This project aims to develop rapid tests to manage chemical resistance in cattle ticks. The cattle tick is a major burden o

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Safeguarding beef production with rapid chemical resistance tests in ticks . This project aims to develop rapid tests to manage chemical resistance in cattle ticks. The cattle tick is a major burden on Australia’s multibillion dollar beef industry and global food security. The only treatments are chemicals called acaricides, but ticks are rapidly developing resistance, severely reducing control options. Current tests for resistance are slow and costly, but as ticks evolve and adapt, informed, rapid decisions on chemical use are critical to prevent further resistance. This research will use innovative phenotyping and advanced genomics to develop rapid molecular tests for resistance. This research will benefit the economy and environment by ensuring effective chemical use and safeguarding future beef production.. Scheme: Mid-Career Industry Fellowships. Field: 3003 - Animal Production. Lead: Dr Hannah Siddle