Many Tasmanians enjoy the lifestyle of having a few acres, having a few animals and growing their own food. Smallholder producers and hobby farmers range from people with a few backyard chooks and a vegie patch through to those who are making serious attempts to get at least part of their living from the land.
It is important that all farmers - small, new, established, and commercial - take their biosecurity and animal welfare responsibilities seriously.
The following documents provide some basic information to help you do just that.