Livestock News

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

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

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

Cattle numbers provide basis for beef production to rise in the second half of 2022
Consumer demand is expected to remain firm, while restocker demand is strong but overall cattle prices could marginally ease in second term of 2022 Local

Wool supply is set to rise as the national flock increases to 70 million head
With increased supply of wool and steady demand it is expected the best news on price is for it to hold steady With sheep flock

AusMix TMR feed mixers built strong with major input from Aussie farmers
AusMix feed mixers built heavy duty in Australia to handle the harshest conditions are proving highly effective for high fibre and high grain rations The

UTF Australia will custom build a flat-bed or tipping trailer to your specs
The trailer you have always wanted is readily available now from local family company UTF Australia Based on a family farm in WA the Clarke

Abbey Feed Wagons offer the perfect Total Mixed Ration solution
Abbey feed mixer wagons with feed carrying capacities from 10 to 33cub.m are now available Abbey feed mixer wagons are now readily available in our
Briefs
Upbeat end as diggers dealers head into interesting times
In more ways than one, the third and final day of this year’s Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum in Kalgoorlie epitomised the adaptability of the industry it serves. Forecasts of
Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum is all about turning up some new gold from pit to Super Underground
Based on conversations in the pubs around Kalgoorlie last night, a lot of delegates kicked goals on the first day at the Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum. Combined, possibly as
Victorian government stumps up $10 million for Waste to Energy – Bioenergy Fund for eligible organisations with an election looming
The new $10 million Waste to Energy – Bioenergy Fund gives commercial and industrial organisations across a wide range of sectors a big leg up when it comes to helping
Climate damage costing Queensland farmers says Farmers for Climate Action
Farmers for Climate Action notes Deloitte has measured the cost of the deadly, climate-driven Queensland floods at $7.7 billion. Farmers for Climate Action CEO Dr Fiona Davis said the cost
Stronger biosecurity powers at international airports as the Commonwealth Government establishes Biosecurity Response Zones
The Commonwealth Government has taken further measuresat international airports, in response to the Indonesian outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD). The Director of Biosecurity, and Secretary of the Department
Curtin University expert asks if enough is being done to avert the Foot-and-mouth threat to our meat and milk supply
Despite reassurances from the State Government, concern is growing around the potential impact of foot-and-mouth disease on farmers and the supply of meat and dairy after an outbreak of the
Victoria overtakes Tasmania as best performing state economy according to CommSec State of the States report
The latest quarterly CommSec data shows Victoria is the best performing economy, ending Tasmania’s long run at the top. After nine quarters at the top, Tasmania has slipped to third
State of the Environment Report a chance to protect animals and humans from climate change and pollution says Vets for Climate Action
Vets for Climate Action (VfCA) notes the independent State of the Environment Report 2021, released by Minister Tanya Plibersek today. The comprehensive findings reflect what many Australian veterinarians are seeing
Foot and Mouth disease and African Swine fever has brought biosecurity vigilance to the fore
As part of the Australian Government’s response to the spread of animal diseases in the region, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has increased its surveillance and testing of