Livestock breeding and genetics the focus of forum
Technology, data, adoption and linking genetics to the prediction of consumer outcomes will be the focus of the Livestock Breeding and Genetics Forum to be held in Brisbane on 21 February 2018.
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Schools of the Air closure rocks NTCA
President of the Northern Territory Cattleman’s Association, Tom Stockwell, paid tribute to the staff and students of the iconic ‘Schools of the Air’ in Alice Springs and Katherine.
NSW rangelands meat to be promoted
The Western region may be about to go ‘viral’ following a short film series that informs viewers about the rangelands of NSW and why it’s people and resources are so valuable to the wider Australian community.
Conditions much improved for summer crops
November rain improved summer crop conditions, with 20 per cent of the state receiving above-average rainfall.
South Australians well represented in livestock advocacy
Livestock advocacy continues to strengthen in South Australia, with South Australian producers recently appointed to leading roles with both the newly formed Sheep Producers Australia (SPA) and WoolProducers Australia (WPA).
Prevention of grain poisoning in livestock
Grain poisoning is a common health issue faced by producers feeding grain, and is a gateway to increased risk of other health issues developing.
La Nina to bring above average rainfall
The Bureau’s ENSO Outlook has been raised to LA NIÑA, indicating that the tropical Pacific has reached La Niña levels.
Pilot program to accelerate on-farm innovation
Producers from across Australia have been invited to participate in MLA Donor Company’s (MDC) Producer Innovation Fast-Track.
Young achiever in livestock export sector honoured
AUSTRALIAN livestock exporters have celebrated two of their highest achievers at the industry’s annual Gala Dinner in Perth, held as part of the LIVEXchange 2017 conference.
Huge interest as historic Raby Station sells
The successful sale of Raby Station reflects the strength in the Rural Property market with over 60 enquires 17 inspections and 12 contracts issued.
Temporary blue tongue zone ban to be lifted
Results of extensive testing for Bluetongue virus (BTV) undertaken in Victoria demonstrate that past exposure of cattle to the virus through local transmission has occurred in a small number of animals.
Longreach grazier elected to AgForce
Longreach sheep and cattle grazier Dominic Burden has been appointed as the North Queensland representative on the AgForce Queensland Farmers Board.
