Innisfail and Malanda to welcome back first store sales in more than two years
The local store sales will be the first held since March 2020. Click to check the original article.
New details on Cubbie Station dam collapse
More details have emerged in relation to the recent dam collapse at Cubbie Station. Click to check the original article.
Terrific Merino gross returns
SRS genetics lift profitability for Tarcutta-based sheep producer and wool grower Click to check the original article.
Why this outback motel put a surf club up 900km from the beach
The last thing you’d expect to see 900km from the ocean is a surf club, but this outback motel has built just that. Click to check the original article.
Farming: The most dangerous job in the U.S.
Each year, more people die while farming than while serving as police officers, firefighters, or other emergency responders. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a rate of 23 work-related deaths per 100,000 workers in the agricultural industry. That is seven times higher than the national average for workers. Fall harvest – the most dangerous […]
Rebalancing the nation is a lofty goal
Strengthening of the nation’s regions is key to a brighter future for the whole of Australia. Click to check the original article.
Less beef to offset more pork and poultry
In 2023, U.S. consumers can anticipate greater availability of pork, broiler meat, and turkey, but less beef, according to the latest USDA “Livestock, Dairy and Poultry Outlook” report. Last week, USDA’s “World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates” report revealed lower total red meat and poultry production is forecast for 2023 at 106.1 billion lbs., down […]
USMEF celebrates 45th anniversary of Japan office
U.S. Meat Export Federation leadership traveled to Japan last week to mark the 45th anniversary of USMEF’s office in Tokyo. They met with meat industry leaders, hosted a meat recipe session for Japanese cooking teachers and social media influencers, visited displays of U.S. meat in grocery stores and held a 45th anniversary seminar for 200 of the […]
Free report offers tips for avoiding cattle fencing mistakes
The beauty of wide-open spaces is compelling, but ranchers know controlling and maintaining cattle requires fences. And while it sounds simple, proper fencing can challenge even veteran producers. In this revised report from Farm Progress, you’ll find valuable information for avoiding common mistakes. The resources for this report include Jim Gerrish, American GrazingLands Services LLC, […]
Hereford feedout rograms Offer Valuable Insight to Producers
Hereford producers stand behind their products by knowing their genetics. The American Hereford Association (AHA) annual feedout programs provides participants with carcass information to keep their operations moving in a positive direction. “The information that participants gain from the program has really helped them to make better decisions,” says Trey Befort, AHA director of commercial […]
JBS appoints Jason Weller as global chief sustainability officer
JBS announced Jason Weller has joined its executive leadership team as the company’s first global chief sustainability officer. In this new role, Weller will have oversight of ESG and sustainability strategies for JBS Global. Weller will lead the company’s global sustainability efforts in partnership with regional teams around the world. This includes further developing the […]
Feed price implications for fall
As we move into fall, we have a pretty good feel for the size of the 2022 corn crop. Acreage is down significantly from last year and yield projections were reduced by almost 3 bushels this month to 172.5 per acre. After spending some time below $6 per bushel this summer, CME© December corn futures […]