According to the World Economic Forum, “carbon ‘insetting’ focuses on doing more good rather than doing less bad within a value chain. While an important tool, carbon offsetting can’t be considered a substitute for direct emissions reductions by corporates.” Organic Valley is working with over 20 technical partners to help sequester carbon, lower on-farm emissions, […]

CALLS are growing for the Federal Government to finish and release its review into the way community consultation has been handled in the development of solar and wind projects. With the Labor Government aiming to have 82 percent of the national energy grid powered by renewable energy by 2030, large scale projects and transmission lines […]

The first new-crop sorghum arrived into Broadbent sites at Moree (pictured) and Toowoomba this week. Photo: CHS Broadbent WHEAT and barley have traded sideways in the past week as growers do their darnedest to keep supply-side pressure off the market. This is masking the effect on price of lacklustre demand from the export market which […]

The Australian Meat Industry Council is calling for Government action to address the significant impacts being caused by the escalating dispute between stevedore DP World and the Maritime Union of Australia in shipping ports around Australia. The ongoing industrial action has seen significant disruptions across Australia’s sea freight terminals. Click here to read Beef Central’s […]

Yarding 4425 Change +390 Numbers  lifted modestly to 4425, with feedlot buyers asserting their dominance and significantly impacting most categories. The overall quality of the cattle was from fair to exceptionally good, with the majority proving well-suited for either feedlots or restocking. Domestic buyers encountered challenges in their efforts to secure cattle weighing under 500 […]

A draft review by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has recommended that Canada be added to the list of countries that can apply to Australia for market access for fresh beef. A consultation process following the draft review is underway, with stakeholders able to provide feedback until 4pm Wednesday, February 28. “The department […]