Despite the seasonal increase in spring lamb supplies, and consequent higher export volumes, Australian lamb shipments in October remained 2% below year-ago levels, at 21,234 tonnes swt (Department of Agriculture and Water Resources).
The next generation of red meat researchers are being inspired by the success of the sheep industry’s stable of young scientists who are starring on the world stage.
The Sheepmeat Council of Australia is calling for producers to apply for its new professional development program designed to build leadership skills and develop networks.
New research drawing on data from the sheep industry’s Information Nucleus Flock program shows lamb could be marketed to consumers as a ‘good source’ of beneficial Omega 3 fatty acids, iron and zinc.
Genetic research into the heritability of flystrike susceptibility in sheep, and its expression in different operating environments, is set to be incorporated into new tools to assist breeders make more informed selection and flock management decisions.