Electronic National Vendor Declaration launched
Producers now have a cutting-edge electronic platform for the transfer of national livestock declarations at their finger-tips.
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Technology showcased at pastoral systems field day
Landholders have a great opportunity to see what technology is available and how it can be used to improve their business by attending the upcoming technology in pastoral systems field day.
Burke takes the reins as CEO at NT Cattlemen’s Association
The Northern Territory Cattlemen’s Association (NTCA) is pleased to announce that Mr Paul Burke has been appointed as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Mid-Month climate outlook tool released
The Bureau of Meteorology has released its first mid-month climate outlooks —giving those making climate-sensitive decisions an early look at likely conditions ahead.
Livestock brands can now be registered via app
South Australian livestock producers are the first in the nation to have access to a ‘brand’ recording app thanks to a collaboration between the State Government and Livestock SA.
Workshop to help with biosecurity plan preparation
All livestock producers who sell through saleyards and abattoirs will need to have a biosecurity plan for their farms in place from October 1 this year.
Outlook challenging for red meat exports
Off the back of a roller-coaster 2016/17 for global beef markets, the outlook remains challenging, with a number of factors set to continue to impact Australian red meat exports.
Bank ready workshop for young farmers
Young farmers and those aspiring to get into the business of agriculture are encouraged to register for the ‘Getting Started – Bank Ready’ workshop to be held at Taree on 17 August.
Biosecurity workshops to run across Victoria
Livestock Health and Biosecurity Victoria (LHBV) will run workshops across Victoria to help producers prepare for changes to the Livestock Production Assurance (LPA) program which come into effect from October 1.
Workshop roll out for on-farm biosecurity plans
A series of workshops will be rolled out across Australia over the next two months to assist red meat producers in developing, implementing and maintaining on-farm biosecurity.
Angus cows with Black Simmental calves top at $2700
Cows and calves from Robe, SA made an impressive $2,700 on AuctionsPlus last week.
Stamp duty on livestock insurance to be abolished
Farmers will save 2.5 per cent duty rate on their insurance premiums against damage to crops, livestock and insurance, saving them thousands each year.
