Blog Post

Biosecurity levy on farmers a ‘free kick’ for importers: NFF

NFF president David Jochinke.                       LABOR’S current biosecurity protection levy proposal would give food importers a “free kick” against Australian agriculture, National Farmers Federation president David Jochinke said this week. The Senate Selection of Bills Committee on 21 March referred the Agriculture (Biosecurity Protection) Levies […]

Read More

Research investigating ways to put methane reducing technology into the paddock

NEW research is investigating the potential of a lick-block formula that could help reduce methane emissions from livestock. This research is part of a collaboration between Meat & Livestock Australia, the University of Sydney and commercial company, Agcotech. The research will provide valuable information for the potential for delivering methane-reducing feed additives to Australian livestock […]

Read More

Nominate Your Top Pub | The Land’s New Award | The Land

Keep an eye out for our advertisements in The Land newspaper featuring a QR code. Simply scan the code with your smart phone, and you’ll be directed straight to the nomination page. It’s quick, convenient, and ensures your beloved pub gets the recognition it deserves. Click to check the original article.

Read More

Can livestock transporters move away from fossil fuels?

LIVESTOCK transporters have highlighted some of the harsh truths and opportunities brought about by growing corporate and political pressure to reduce emissions. Last week’s livestock transporters conference in Toowoomba heard plenty about fossil fuel companies pulling back on investment with uncertainty about what is ahead, which is pushing a new norm in the market for […]

Read More

Quality local cattle offered at Innisfail

The yarding was drawn locally from Mena Creek, Tully, Currajah, Woopen Creek, Ellerbeck, Bingil Bay, Millaa Millaa, Mungalli, Ravenshoe and as far as Georgetown, Mount Surprise and Coolbie. Click to check the original article.

Read More

Roma sale 26 Mar 2024: Numbers fall with autumn rain

Yarding 2072 Change -3998 Due to some of the best Autumn rain for sometime Roma Agents yarded 2,072 head almost 4,000 lest than the previous sale. Not all of the regular processors feedlotters and backgrounders present. However the market increased in prices. Light weight yearling steers under 200kg topped at 456c/kg. Yearling steers 200 to […]

Read More