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Travelling stock reserve network to be maintained

The NSW Government remains committed to preserving a viable, well-maintained and connected network of Travelling Stock Reserves across NSW, Minister for Lands and Forestry Paul Toole said.

Producers need to be paid to reflect eating quality

Australia’s red meat industry needs to develop clear price incentives to encourage producers to focus on quality rather than volume.

More time for feedback on lamb definition changes

Sheep Producers Australia (SPA) is extending the opportunity for producers and supply chain members to provide feedback on the proposed lamb definition change by an extra week – with the new deadline at December 6.

Margo Andrae appointed CCA’s first female CEO

Cattle Council of Australia has appointed Margo Andrae as the Chief Executive Officer.

Ladies in Livestock program offers self-empowerment

Women are taking the wheel with both hands when it comes to self-empowerment and education on-farm with the expansion of the Northern Tablelands Local Land Services Ladies in Livestock program.

Developing a plan for farm water requirements

Would you like to better understand your farm water requirements and develop a plan for your current and future water needs?

Re-usable smart sheep ear tag to transmit data

Livestock producers will soon have access to technology to automate the collection of maternal pedigree data as a result of a collaboration between MLA Donor Company (MDC) and agricultural technology company SmartShepherd.

MV Ocean Swagman completes 100th voyage

The Wellard designed and operated mid-sized livestock vessel, the MV Ocean Swagman, has completed its milestone 100th voyage.

Producers embrace LPA accreditation updates

Thousands of Australian red meat producers have updated their Livestock Production Assurance (LPA) accreditation as part of the changes that were implemented on October 1 to strengthen the program.

Watch out for bloat, pulpy kidney and Barber’s Pole

Seasonal conditions on the Northern Tablelands have seen the return of some of our traditional spring and summer livestock health issues – bloat, pulpy kidney and Barber’s Pole worm.

CCA discusses international beef policy

The Cattle Council of Australia recently returned from a trip to Paraguay as part of the International Beef Alliance (IBA).

WoolProducers urge all AWI shareholders to vote

WoolProducers Australia (WPA) is urging all shareholders of Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) to vote in this year’s AWI director elections.