Beef Australia appoints Bethany Rands to chair Next Gen Committee
Beef Australia has announced Bethany Rands as the newly appointed Chair of the Next Gen Committee.
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Hamish Chandler steps into role as interim CEO at Herefords Australia
Herefords Australia have appointed researcher Hamish Chandler to the interim role of chief executive officer upon the resignation of Alastair James just 12 months into the position.
Key tender opportunities now open for Beef Australia 2027
Beef Australia CEO Simon Irwin says preparations for Beef Australia 2027 are gaining momentum, with the release of key tender opportunities forming a significant part of the planning process.
World-class, reliable and efficient DNA testing solution for Wagyu
The Australian Wagyu Association (AuWA) has confirmed Weatherbys as a new genotyping provider, delivering the Weatherbys 85K SNP chip for Parent Verification, Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) and reporting of recessive conditions.
Reiland Angus offering options for drought challenged beef producers
More than 60 per cent of the catalogue at the Reiland Angus Spring Bull Sale are suitable for heifers to maximise conception rates in one of the toughest seasons recorded across southern NSW.
Eradication of cattle ticks from NSW must remain the objective of new program
The appointment of a new biosecurity commissioner is vital to ensure work on important issues such as cattle tick continue, according to NSW Farmers Cattle Committee chair Tony Hegarty
Farmers back calls for review of decision to lift US beef restrictions
NSW Farmers have backed calls for an independent scientific panel to review federal authorities’ decision to lift biosecurity restrictions on US beef imports into Australia.
Limousin genetics exported to China to lift quality of beef herd
Ten Australian Limousin Bulls are in quarantine awaiting shipment to China.
Innovative breeding program sees first Nguni calves born in Western Australia
Murdoch University has welcomed the first calves in an innovative new breeding and research program, marking the introduction of the Nguni cattle breed to Western Australia.
Strong restocker demand and limited supply driving cattle market
The Eastern Young Cattle Indicator (EYCI) has surged to its highest level in 2025, now at 748c/kg, driven by strong restocker demand and limited supply.
Cattle industry calls for review of decision to lift biosecurity restrictions on US beef
Cattle Australia has called for an independent scientific panel to review the Federal Government’s decision to lift biosecurity restrictions on beef imported from the United States.
Suite of Angus commercial genomic selection tools enhanced
Angus Australia has announced the implementation of the 2025 annual enhancements to its suite of commercial genomic selection tools, SteerSELECT & HeiferSELECT.
