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The latest news, genetics, and market insights from Australia's beef cattle industry.

Accommodation always a challenge at Beef Australia

Accommodation always a challenge at Beef Australia

With under one year to go, Beef Australia and Airbnb have joined forces and are calling on Rockhampton and Capricorn Coast locals to host on Airbnb ahead of the May 2027 event, to help the region handle the increased demand for accommodation.

Four new interbreed classes announced for stud cattle championships in 2027

Four new interbreed classes announced for stud cattle championships in 2027

Beef Australia has announced the introduction of four new Interbreed classes to the 2027 Nutrien Ag Solutions Stud Cattle Championship, expanding opportunities for recognition across younger age categories and enhancing competition for exhibitors from all participating breeds.

Australian beef industry set to remain on firm footing in 2026

Australian beef industry set to remain on firm footing in 2026

Australia’s beef industry is set to remain on a firm footing through 2026 despite record production levels, supported by strong global demand and resilient export markets, Rabobank says in its newly-released Australian Beef Seasonal Outlook 2026.

Funding boost to eradicate cattle ticks from NSW

Funding boost to eradicate cattle ticks from NSW

NSW Farmers has thanked the NSW Government for listening to producers and unveiling a $7 million funding boost and eradication-focused direction for the NSW Cattle Tick Program.

Free trade agreement a bitter disappointment for Australian cattle producers

Free trade agreement a bitter disappointment for Australian cattle producers

Volatility is nothing new for Australian agriculture but the start of 2026 has been a sharp reminder of how quickly global events can change the operating landscape for producers.

Agri-biotech company announces second close of capital raise

Agri-biotech company announces second close of capital raise

Australian agri-biotech company Nbryo Pty Ltd has announced the successful second close of its latest capital raising round, anchored by a USD$4 million investment from the Gates Foundation.

Pressure on producers to supply cattle as southern processing capacity rises

Pressure on producers to supply cattle as southern processing capacity rises

Australian cattle producers are faced with fulfilling growing demand in expanding domestic grain fed programs as a processing powerhouse emerges in southern Australia.

Future proofing the cow herd in the face of challenging seasonal conditions

Future proofing the cow herd in the face of challenging seasonal conditions

Selecting genetics to future proof the nation’s cow herds for those tougher times is focusing on breeding a more resilient female for Australia’s challenging environment.

Producers strapped in for the ride as the beef engine room shifts south

Producers strapped in for the ride as the beef engine room shifts south

Southern NSW and Victoria are emerging as the nation’s beef processing powerhouse, sparking an insatiable hunger for cattle as the Australian herd moves into the rebuild phase.

Young beef professionals can now apply for future leaders program

Young beef professionals can now apply for future leaders program

The Angus Australia Foundation, in partnership with specialist agricultural insurer Achema Farm Insurance, has opened applications or the 2026 GenAngus Future Leaders Program (GenAngus), the industry’s leading professional and business development experience for young beef professionals.

Commercially relevant genetics in breed leading package at Yavenvale

Commercially relevant genetics in breed leading package at Yavenvale

The Hereford breed’s biggest single vendor bull sale is set to offer a huge catalogue of commercially relevant sires at the Yavenvale Poll Herefords sale at Adelong on February 18.