What to expect from Cattle breeding in 2023 according to Rural Bank research
Favourable rainfall outlook in cattle regions means restocker demand is likely to remain firm as herd rebuilding continues while there is good pasture availability Australia’s beef production is expected to rise by 5% during the first half of 2023 but will remain well below average levels. This comes on the back of favourable seasonal conditions […]
US beef production decline throws up opportunity for Aussie producers
The US has become hungry for addition supply chains as many traditional world beef markets and their own domestic production declines The US is currently the world’s second-largest importer of beef after China, and is expected to be seeking beef supply from more global markets over the next three years, as its own domestic production […]
Sheep fertility research reveals how oestrogenic compounds impact results
University of WA research has identified how oestrogenic compounds in pasture can affect the ability of sheep to reproduce
Fertility diagnostic device predicts pregnancy in mares
Reproductive biotechnology company Memphasys claims its new Samson fertility diagnostic device can accurately predict pregnancy in mares after insemination
McDougall Weldments takes pride in being a local stock handling manufacturer
McDougall transportable sheepyards are classed as the best in the business and now that leading product is backed by an extensive range of farm handling equipment For the team at McDougall Weldments, it’s a simple ‘the proof is in the pudding’ response when talking about their local manufacturing business that has been running for more […]
Fencestay steel box strainer assembly is the first choice for fencers
Be ready to strain in less than 10 minutes with the revolutionary Fencestay strainer assembly and all without a tractor or concrete
Cheese you always dreamt about blended from Sheep Camel Goat and Jersey milk
Get your order in now, especially for the ready-to-order-now speciality EWE+3cheese blended from a spirited mixture of Sheep, Camel, Goat and Jersey milk
Foot-and-mouth disease is a threat that demands more action for producers
If you are watching the current FMD threat and think your view is playing in slow motion – it isn’t – it’s the lack of real action that is relaying that feeling Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is highly contagious and a deadly health threat to all split-hoofed animals including cattle, sheep, goats, camelids, deer and pigs. […]
Cobber Challenge Relay working dog teams set to compete in inaugural event
There are 12 teams of farm dogs that will compete in the Cobber Challenge Relay from across Australia and New Zealand to win the title of hardest working team In previous years, the Cobber Challenge has showcased the efforts of individual working dogs, but the 2022 challenge celebrates the teamwork that goes into running a […]
Sheep numbers and sheepmeat production is expected to increase even further
Sheep producers are in a strong position due to a larger flock and strong demand from the US and other export markets Sheepmeat production is forecast to rise in the second half of the year according to the Rural Bank’s Australian agriculture mid-year outlook report. The report goes on to say that supply so far […]