Genetics workshop for Angus industry service providers
Angus Australia is holding a consultation workshop via ZOOM for beef industry service providers who work closely with members.
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The latest news, genetics, and market insights from Australia's beef cattle industry.
PTIC heifers with Speckle Park calves make to $4440
Reflecting the excellent seasonal conditions across many regions, demand remained strong last week, with cow and calf units achieving a 79% clearance rate, selling from $1,730 to $4,440/head – averaging $2,908/head.
Latest on Angus genetics research on webinar
Angus Australia invites all Angus seedstock and commercial breeders to an online event showcasing the latest research and development relating to Angus genetics.
Shorthorn youth raise $18,000 at genetics auction
As a committee, the Shorthorn YCA were overwhelmed with the support from donors and both under bidders and purchasers throughout their 2020 Youth Auction.
New Genetic Hub for Shorthorn, Simmental and Limousin
The Genetic Hub business is a new collaborative business model developed by the Shorthorn Beef, Simmentals Australia and Australian Limousin Breeders Group boards.
Cow and calf prices remain strong at top of $3870
Following on the back of a new cow and calf record being set last week, the 2,000 head offered were met with strong demand, achieving 81% clearance.
Speckle Park cows set commercial record of $5580
Kicking things off with a new record broken for a line of cows and calves, it now stands at $5,580, achieved in the Eastern States Cattle sale.
New test to measure Black Wagyu genetics in crossbreds
The Australian Wagyu Association (AWA) has developed a genomic test to measure Japanese Black Wagyu genetics in non-pedigree crossbred animals.
National herd rebuild gains pace on back of rainfall
Anticipated drought-breaking rainfall across northern and eastern Australia this summer is expected to allow the national herd rebuild to gain pace, according to Meat & Livestock Australia’s (MLA) Cattle Industry Projections October update.
Elite Wagyu sale boasts new format
The Elite Wagyu Sale – Spring 2020 will be held on November 4 at 1pm with a new format bringing with it updated regulations to continuously improve the sale.
Angus females now account for 48 per cent of national herd
An independent survey has identified that Angus genetics have a significant impact in the Australian cattle population, with substantial penetrance into northern Australia.
Cows and calves in strong demand and sell to $3900
Cows and calf units continue to be in strong demand, achieving 92 per cent clearance. They sold from $1,830 to $3,900, to average $2,934, up $98.
