Weaner steers 642c at Biggenden
There were 1890 cattle offered at Biggenden on Monday. Click to check the original article.
Outback wrangler Matt Wright arrives in Darwin after arrest warrant issued | The North West Star
Northern Territory police had given Mr Wright until 9am on Wednesday, November 30, to present to a Darwin police station, where he is expected to be charged with a series of alleged offences in relation to a helicopter crash that killed fellow Outback Wrangler star Chris ‘Willow’ Wilson in February. Click to check the original […]
Quad bike safety checks show improved compliance
The ACCC worked with state and territory consumer protection and work health and safety agencies to conduct a second annual round of surveillance activities, inspecting over 440 quad bike dealers in the process. Manufacturers and dealers were warned where minor non-compliance issues were found. The ACCC and state and territory consumer protection agencies are investigating […]
Blue-green algae in farm water supplies
RECENT flooding event combined with warmer weather conditions has produced favourable conditions for blue-green algae to thrive in farm water supplies and standing flood water, according to Agricultural Victoria Senior Veterinary Officer Dianne Phillips. Livestock owners are being urged remain alert, because ingestion of blue-green algae can result in the poisoning of livestock. “As there […]
Mount Isa children join COVID-safe campaign
The children shared hygiene tips, vaccination advice and ideas for ways to stop the spread of the virus. Click to check the original article.
‘I hope it goes to a good cause’: Former Mount Isa businessman donates $10k to cancer research | The North West Star
Mr Adlington’s generous donation will double to $20,000 after it was matched dollar for dollar by the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia as part of its national Movember campaign. The annual Movember campaign supports men’s health projects around the world, tackling issues including prostate cancer. Click to check the original article.
A big week for grain delivery
We are about a quarter of the way through the expected grain deliveries for the current harvest. Click to check the original article.
Charbray cross weaner steers sell for $1620 at Woodford | Queensland Country Life
Peter Klein, Cedarton, sold Charbray backgrounder steers for $1600. Daniel MacDonald, Towen Mountain, sold Angus steers for $1590. Paul Dingle, Elaman Creek, sold a pen of Droughtmaster steer calves for $1120. Roberts Hardwood, Woodford, sold a Charbray bull for $2360. Click to check the original article.
Weekly kill: Northern and southern grids continue to trend lower
WITH just three weeks of operations remaining before many large export beef processors close for their Christmas/New Year break, slaughter cattle grid prices across the eastern states have softened further this week. Some competitors in Queensland reduced grids a further 10c/kg on steers and cows yesterday on top of earlier declines, as supply starts to […]
MLA senior manager to take over Herefords Australia CEO role
A change in the leadership of Herefords Australia has been announced today with senior Meat & livestock Australia executive Michael Crowley to take over as Chief Executive Officer from March next year. Mr Crowley (right) will replace former MLA marketing chief Lisa Sharp, whose contract appointment at the helm of the breed society ends in […]
Early joining to bring better market flexibility for the Angus family
The Angus family’s flexible approach to managing their herd has helped with the impacts of drought. Click to check the original article.
Outback wrangler Matt Wright arrives in Darwin after arrest warrant issued | Queensland Country Life
Northern Territory police had given Mr Wright until 9am on Wednesday, November 30, to present to a Darwin police station, where he is expected to be charged with a series of alleged offences in relation to a helicopter crash that killed fellow Outback Wrangler star Chris ‘Willow’ Wilson in February. Click to check the original […]