The Truth About Feral Pigs in Australia – National Feral Pig Control Program

Farm Learning with Tim Thompson | 18 March 2025 | Back to All Videos
Feral pigs are one of Australia’s most destructive invasive species, causing billions in damage to farmland, native ecosystems, and water sources. In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Heather Shannon, Head of the National Feral Pig Control Program, to uncover the real impact of feral pigs on Australian farmers and the environment.

🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
✅ The scale of Australia’s feral pig problem
✅ How feral pigs destroy crops, fencing, and native habitats
✅ The biosecurity risks—how they spread disease to livestock
✅ Current strategies and programs in place to control feral pig populations
✅ What farmers and landowners can do to protect their properties

Feral pigs are more than just a nuisance—they’re a major threat to Australia’s agricultural industry, causing an estimated $100 million in annual losses. With rapid population growth and limited natural predators, their impact is only worsening.

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