$355 million drought stimulus package
The NSW Government is continuing to support regional communities, businesses and workers experiencing the flow-on effects of the drought through a new regional economic stimulus package.
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$10 million boost for lamb producers
NSW lamb producers are set to enjoy a $10 million dollar boost to annual returns with changes to the definition of lamb.
Interest rate cuts a victory for drought affected farmers
Decisions by Rabobank, National Australia Bank and Commonwealth bank to pass on full Reserve Bank interest rate cuts are a victory for many drought stricken farmers, according to Minister for Drought David Littleproud.
Andrae steps down as Cattle Council CEO
CATTLE Council of Australia president Tony Hegarty has announced the Council will initiate a leadership transition process ahead of CEO Margo Andrae’s commencement as the new CEO of Australian Pork Limited.
Is this the worst drought in history?
The consequences of this drought will be felt for many years to come as the impact of the liquidation on herd rebuilding will be significant.
Beef industry achieving major milestones
A report card into the sustainability of the Australian beef industry from paddock to plate has been released by the Red Meat Advisory Council (RMAC).
Workshop on weather trends and forecasting
Northern Tablelands Local Land Services, in conjunction with the Australian Bureau of Meteorology Agriculture Program, is set to host a series of workshops in early June, focussing on weather trends and forecasting.
National feedlot capacity sets a new record
Cattle on feed rose to a record 1,146,500 head at the end of the March quarter, which was 2% higher than the previous record of 1,127,000 set in September 2018.
Poor connectivity costing agriculture billions of dollars
Improving internet and phone services in rural and remote areas would produce a thousand-fold return on investment, with latest research showing that better connectivity could increase national agricultural product by up to $20 billion.
A decade of radical change for red meat supply chain
Work to develop the next Meat Industry Strategic Plan (MISP), to guide the red meat and livestock industry through a decade of radical change, will become more visible with a series of industry workshops kicking off this month.
Charlie Arnott key speaker at Landcare conference
NSW biodynamic farmer and grazier Charlie Arnott will give the keynote address at the 2019 NSW Landcare and Local Land Services conference in what promises to be a fascinating and insightful presentation from the winner of the 2018 Bob Hawke Landcare Award.
Strong upside to cattle market if season improves
With the Australian cattle herd at a 20-year low, this year’s beef market will be heavily influenced by seasonal conditions, with strong upside if seasons improve, according to a new industry report.
