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Cattle producers to help reef through grazing practices

Queensland cattle producers in Great Barrier Reef catchment areas are being encouraged to take part in an innovation project that aims to improve Reef water quality outcomes and increase farm profitability.

Ford steps down as CEO as VFF seeks new approach

THE Victorian Farmers Federation has announced CEO Graeme Ford will be stepping down from his role effective Monday July 24 after more than two decades’ service.

Consolidated Pastoral Co posts revenue of $154.6 million

Leading Australian agribusiness Consolidated Pastoral Company (CPC) has announced revenue of $154.6 million – down 6.2 per cent – for the year ended March.

Class action begins on live export ban to Indonesia

Six years after the decision to ban the live export of cattle to Indonesia, a class action has begun in the Federal Court to seek justice for the families and businesses of the Northern Industry.

Funding incentives to fence off remnant areas

The Central Tablelands Local Land Services 2017 funding and grants program is investing $1.6 million to support resilient and productive landholders, landscapes and communities, with applications open from July 24.

Saleyard lamb indicators recover this week

This week saw quality improve across the majority of saleyards, with the appearance of young lambs at Dubbo, Forbes and Wagga.

Farm business concessional loans of $20 million announced

The 2017–18 Farm Business Concessional Loans Scheme in New South Wales has been launched, with an initial commitment of $20 million to support eligible farm businesses.

Driest June rainfall on record across inland NSW

June was a month of contrast with some inland areas of NSW experiencing the driest June rainfall on record, while areas of the far north east received the highest June rainfall on record.

The brave new world of meat and milk

Not sure when the humble pea was last described as an animal, but I’m not sure when the last almond produced milk from its mammary glands either.

Landmark offers $2000 for Young Merino scholarship

Landmark has launched the Young Merino scholarship to recognise the best, most passionate & committed young “Merino” people.

Temple Grandin to speak at South Australian event

World renowned specialist on cattle behaviour Dr Temple Grandin will be a special guest this week in South Australia.

Young people wanted to help shape policy direction

THE Young Agribusiness Professionals, the youth group of the Victorian Farmers Federation, is calling on dedicated young people working in agriculture to help shape the group’s policy direction for the next year.