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When will U.S. beef herd sell-off end?

The July cattle report from USDA largely met analyst expectations, confirming further liquidation in the U.S. beef cow herd. Beef cow numbers for July 1 came in at 30.35 million head, 2.4% below one year ago and down 6.3% versus the recent July inventory peak in 2018. Although no two cattle cycles are the same, […]

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New owner for Kidman’s Tungali feedlot in SA

Cattle on feed in Kidman’s Tungali feedlot in SA GINA Rinehart’s S. Kidman and Co pastoral arm has sold its Tungali beef feedlot in South Australia’s eastern corner to nearby grainfed beef producers, Simon Rowe and family’s Process Royal Station. The private deal settled on Thursday, but no price was disclosed, and Kidman was not […]

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My Favourite Painting: Todd Longstaffe-Gowan

The landscape architect picks out a dramatic biblical image given new life by ‘Il Fiammingo’. Todd Longstaffe-Gowan on Miracle of the Quails by Pauwels Franck ‘This work is not a cheerful episode in the Exodus, but “Il Fiammingo” reimagines it with astonishing brilliance: he depicts the exiled Israelites in a state of exuberant jubilation as […]

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Ireland introduces potentially herd reducing emissions target

Ireland has joined the list of countries to introduce controversial agricultural emissions legislation. Photo: Irish Farmers’ Federation IRELAND has been added to the list of countries to make a commitment to dramatically cut agricultural emissions – aiming for a 25 percent reduction between the years of 2018 and 2030. The goal has sparked furious debate […]

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Volunteers wanted for Birdsville Races | The North West Star

As a thank you, volunteers will receive a complimentary two-day racing pass, granting them access to all of the exhilarating action at Birdsville’s iconic dirt racetrack – from punting and partying to Fashions on the Field. Additionally, they’ll receive an exclusive souvenir volunteer polo shirt, a limited-edition souvenir medallion, a stubby holder and a cap. […]

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Most SFOs back Cattle Australia, constitution expected in coming weeks

Seven of eight state farm organisations last week gave their in-principal support for the draft Cattle Australia constitution, Cattle Council of Australia has reported. However NSW Farmers did not give its support and says it is still condering the proposed constitution. “Our governance structure require these decisions to be made by the board, which has […]

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