Research looks to improve artificial insemination in sheep
More reliable AI in sheep could lead to rapid production gains. Click to check the original article.
Reforms to return balance to food chain
Most agricultural producers are price takers, not makers, says James Jackson. Click to check the original article.
How to get rid of rats
Getting rid of rats isn’t easy: they’re a notoriously destructive and stubborn breed, and require patience and determination to eradicate. Why do we get rats? Rats can cause huge damage to crops, carry deadly diseases to humans and cause huge damage to properties. Their numbers have exploded to around 70 million in the UK and […]
Former USDA animal inspector sentenced for accepting bribes
Roberto Adams, a 69-year-old man from Laredo, Texas, has been ordered to federal prison after pleading guilty to accepting bribes from Mexican cattle brokers. U.S. District Judge Marina Garcia Marmolejo ordered Adams to serve total of 57 months in federal prison to be immediately followed by three years of supervised release. The sentenced was enhanced […]
Nearly $400 million for disaster ready fund projects | The Land
“As we continue to fund disaster recovery and specific resilience programs in areas which have suffered disasters recently, it’s critical we do more to build defences right across Australia, to better protect communities and their regional economies,” Senator Watt said. Click to check the original article.
A Tuscan villa transported to Devon, completely secluded and with its own tranquil lake
Perfectly tucked away in a private valley, Oxton Mere benefits from 19 acres of glorious countryside, a stunning lake and plenty of versatile accommodation. James Fisher takes a look. South of Exeter, and only a few minutes drive from the River Exe to the east, sits glorious Oxton Mere, an Tuscan-style villa set in 19 […]
EU accredited Brangus weaners fetch a premium price at central Queensland weaner and feeder sales | Queensland Country Life
Buyers Julie-Ann Brown, Spring Creek, Jericho, with her nephew, Mitch Robertson, May Win Park, Capella, secured two pens of Nell Partnership Brangus heifers at 342.2c/kg for $922/hd at the Emerald weaner and feeder sale on Tuesday. Picture by Ben Harden Click to check the original article.
Live sheep export phase out is not necessary: Liz Jackson | Farm Weekly
I have seen first-hand the high welfare conditions on board a live export vessel during a recent visit to the Al Messilah as it prepared to leave Western Australia – freely available feed and water, massive air circulation systems, appropriate hygiene, plenty of space for the livestock to exhibit normal behaviours, well-trained and attentive stock […]
Faces from the ICPA Julia Creek conference dinner | North Queensland Register
Sally Gall Senior journalist – Queensland Country Life/North Queensland Register Based at Blackall, CW Qld, where I’ve raised a family, run Merino sheep and beef cattle, and helped develop a region – its history, tourism, education and communications. Based at Blackall, CW Qld, where I’ve raised a family, run Merino sheep and beef cattle, and […]
Faces from the ICPA Julia Creek conference dinner | Queensland Country Life
Sally Gall Senior journalist – Queensland Country Life/North Queensland Register Based at Blackall, CW Qld, where I’ve raised a family, run Merino sheep and beef cattle, and helped develop a region – its history, tourism, education and communications. Based at Blackall, CW Qld, where I’ve raised a family, run Merino sheep and beef cattle, and […]
Police have charged two men after the 2021 death of a 67 year old man i | The Land
On arrival, officers attached to Orana Mid-Western found a 67-year-old man with a gunshot wound to his leg. He was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to hospital in a serious condition, where he died as a result of his injuries a short time later. Police have identified the man […]
Pregnancy testing and high conception rates a priority for vets and producers | Queensland Country Life
Although the season has been variable across the regions this year, many graziers are seeing higher pregnancy testing results than those in 2022, but producers and vets say management plays a major part in improving conception rates, no matter the conditions. Click to check the original article.