Christmas cheer for pub with no beer
You can’t get a beer at this historic Queensland pub, but you can still hang it from your Christmas tree. Click to check the original article.
Are ewe worth the hassle?
With summer joining fast approaching, producers need to assess their ewes to determine if they are fit for joining. Click to check the original article.
Drone mounted bait delivery system managing wild dogs in remote terrain
A prototype drone equipped with a camera, thermal imaging software and carousel which can carry 10kg of baits, has been put to the test by pastoralists looking to identify and control feral pests in remote Western Australia. The drone, which is remotely controlled from an office desktop, can carry 72 baits and has a flight […]
Great outcome from mated first-cross heifer sale
The female prices were almost on par compared with last year’s mated F1 female sale. Click to check the original article.
Recruitment: Agtech skills will be fundamental within future ag careers
Latest listings on Jobs Central recruitment page: Assistant Manager, Hovells Creek NSW – via DroverAg Cropping Farm Hand, Boggabri NSW – via DroverAg Account Manager, Rural Retail – via Rimfire Resources Nutritional Sales Representative – via Rimfire Resources Domestic Beef Sales Manager, Greenham – via Agricultural Appointments Merchandise Sales Support, WA – Delta Agribusiness Team […]
Warning about snakes on the plains
An eastern brown snake. Farmers are reporting increased snake sightings as floodwaters force the reptiles onto higher ground. Sarah Thompson from the NSW Farmers Rural Affairs Committee said many members were reporting an increased number of snake sightings as a result of the flooding, which had also reduced access to veterinary treatment. “Just yesterday one […]
EU passes “not science based” deforestation laws
THE European Union has passed its controversial deforestation laws, with cattle listed as one of seven commodities linked to the destruction of forests across the world. Under the new laws, exporters sending products to the EU will need to collect geographical information on the land where it is produced and submit it for compliance checks. […]
Federal Govt to implement new Environmental Protection Act
Tanya Plibersek delivering an address to the National Press Club in response to the State of the Environment report. Picture: Twitter THE Federal Government has announced it will implement a new independent Environmental Protection Agency, which will be responsible for assessing and approving development applications. Speaking at a Queensland Conservation Council event yesterday, environment minister […]
MLA completes market reporting review, launches ‘live’ indicators
The aim of the review was to: ensure the current offering of indicators is accurate, relevant and reflective of current and future market trends by developing new, retiring old and improving existing indicators across sheep and cattle, engage with industry to understand their needs for new or improved indicators to better reflect market environment, make […]
WATCH: Annual Christmas lights tour rolls through Mount Isa
Take part in your own Christmas lights tour with our interactive map. Click to check the original article.
Non-subsidisation of vet costs a bitter pill for animal owners to swallow | 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 […]
Narrabri gas project declared critic state significant infrastructure | The Land
“Together, this pipeline, with the initial stages of the Narrabri Gas Project and the Hunter Gas Pipeline, equates to more than $1.5 billion in spending and 1,750 jobs during construction, and 225 operational jobs,” Minister for Planning and Minister for Homes Anthony Roberts said. Click to check the original article.