"We started testing our replacement in calf R2 hinds as we knew we had a Johne’s issue. With six years of testing with DRL we were down to 1% positives, production was up and there were no visible signs of sickness anymore."
Robert Peacock, Orari Gorge station
"Peel Forest Estate has worked with DRL over many years on developing Johne's Resilience in red deer for the industry. DRL's dedication, professionalism, tireless analytical work and research has resulted in a very successful outcome."
Graham Carr, Peel Forest Estate
"Feedback from the Deer Branch chairs was both enthusiastic and optimistic and allows we as NZDFA to reinforce our support for DRL, its skills and innovation and for a further future role in animal health diagnostics and adding value to the genetic resources and top deer farming performance that we now enjoy. DRL has been a pivotal part of that evolution."
Mr Kris Orange, Chairman of the New Zealand Deer Farmers Association
"Thank you, Andrea Gauland, for pointing me in the direction of Disease Research Ltd at Invermay. Even my vet colleague who is a recent graduate apparently had no idea of the recent advances in diagnosis of Johne's disease. DRL's PCR test on faeces is so specific and sensitive that I had no doubt whatsoever of the benefits of testing. A pooled faecal sample from goats over 18 months of age gives a very strong chance of detecting the Johne's disease bacterium if it is in your herd and there is no risk of false alarms as the test is very precise. I had some very interesting continuing education via a series of emails; thank you so much for the excellent service. Highly recommended."
Christine Mander; BVSc & Arapawa Goat Breeder, Upper Hutt
"Thanks for the great news and the amazing opportunity you guys have offered. Hopefully your offer will help get Johne's under control amongst goat keepers. Even if all it tells us is how easy it is to have the test done."
Lesley Wheatley