Livestock News
Virtual fencing targets weed control and is able to minimise grazing impacts
Novel research is examining virtual fencing technology as a farm automation tool that utilises livestock grazing for targeted weed control
Nutrien Classic leads the way for successful events in 2021
For anyone still pondering whether to hold their event in 2021, look no further than the successful Nutrien Classic just wrapping up at Tamworth NSW
Troy Animal Healthcare inks deal to acquire sheep health products from Elanco
Australian-owned company Troy Animal Healthcare is acquiring a range of products from multinational Elanco Animal Health in a deal that will bring onshore the manufacture of a number of Elanco’s sheep livestock brands.
Europe’s biggest livestock show returns in 2021
Held in Clermont-Ferrand, in the heart of French grassland country, Sommet De L’Elevage is Europe’s leading livestock shows and makes its return in October 2021.
The NDE range offers a TMR feed mixer to suit every size of budget and operation
All NDE models will accept the largest round or square bale and process it quickly, while high capacity models will hold up to six large
Stubble grazing calculator predicts nutritional value for livestock
The nutritional value of crop stubble for grazing sheep has been reassessed for the first time in 25 years.
Pork to lead animal protein production surge in 2021
As the impacts of African swine fever in Asia fade, pork will lead a global animal protein production surge in 2021
Improved standards for livestock loading ramps and forcing yards
An updated Australian Standard for livestock loading/unloading ramps and forcing yards has been published aimed at improved safety.
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QFF says Queensland Government unfairly picking irrigation water winners
The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) has serious concerns the Qld state government is unfairly picking winners within the agriculture sector by further restricting the number of farmers who can access
Vietnam approval of new Australian biosecurity facility bears fruit for growers
Local horticultural exporters to Vietnam now have access to two onshore irradiation facilities which will increase speed to market and decrease export freight costs for farmers in southern growing regions.
Livestock exports expected to increase backed by high industry confidence
Research showing that a large section of the Australian community knows very little about livestock exports highlights the importance of participants in the industry being willing to have conversations with
ATV four wheel Quad bike makers and owners face a future of added responsibility
While it is not yet written into the new Quad bike code being adopted on 11 October 2021, in the future it will be the onus of current owners to
Juice star ratings worse than soft drink is a sour turn for farmers
NSW Farmers says it is alarmed by the decision to downgrade the Health Star Rating of 100% fruit and vegetable juice, ranking it lower than some soda beverages. The Australia
WA Farmers say the Vasse Zone Boyanup Saleyards need urgent attention
Mike Norton, WAFarmers Vasse Zone President says livestock producers in his region say they are extremely concerned by the lack of long-term planning by the McGowan Government regarding the future
Norco leads the way in farmgate price step-up.
This takes Norco’s average farmgate price for the 2020-21 financial year to slightly above 70 cents for its suppliers based mainly in northeast NSW and southeast Queensland. Norco will now
Queensland Farmers Federation to run support workshops
Queensland farmers and agricultural service providers are encouraged to attend free industry support network workshops in Ayr, Bowen, Townsville and Ingham this month.
A Farmer group believes EU carbon tax decision puts our ag exports on notice
Farmers for Climate Action are warning agricultural exports are likely to be hit without decisive action on climate change, amid news that the EU is endorsing a carbon tax on