Livestock HEADLINES

The Federal Government has provided further details about available funding to support the transition away from live sheep exports. The Federal Government has provided further details about available funding to support the transition away from live sheep exports.
SHEEP

Live sheep export ban: further funding details announced

Producers are eligible for grants of up to $75k to transition away from live sheep exports.

16 July 2025
A new DPIRD led collaboration with grower groups will work with landholders to reduce the risk of wind erosion on properties with sandy soils.
PASTURES & SOILS

New soils project aims to address wind erosion risk in WA

A new research project has commenced to support WA farmers with properties at risk of wind erosion.

16 July 2025
Sheep Producers Australia is now selling eID tags online.
SHEEP

Electronic ear tags now available via the SPA website

Sheep Producers Australia is selling eID tags online via its new Mob Mate platform.

14 July 2025
Stantons fitted 200 breeding cows with Gallagher's eShephard neckbands in June, as part of a trial.
CATTLE

Producer perspectives on virtual fencing

The pros and cons of virtual fencing.

11 July 2025
Cattle grazing within the confines of a virtual fence, allowing improved pasture management.
CATTLE

The reality of virtual fencing

A look at virtual fencing as an alternative for managing livestock and pastures.

11 July 2025
A new DPIRD led collaboration with grower groups will work with landholders to reduce the risk of wind erosion on properties with sandy soils.
PASTURES & SOILS

New soils project aims to address wind erosion risk in WA

A new research project has commenced to support WA farmers with properties at risk of wind erosion.

16 July 2025
Sheep Producers Australia is now selling eID tags online.
SHEEP

Electronic ear tags now available via the SPA website

Sheep Producers Australia is selling eID tags online via its new Mob Mate platform.

14 July 2025
CATTLE

Producer perspectives on virtual fencing

11 July 2025
CATTLE

The reality of virtual fencing

11 July 2025
The Federal Government has provided further details about available funding to support the transition away from live sheep exports.
SHEEP

Live sheep export ban: further funding details announced

Producers are eligible for grants of up to $75k to transition away from live sheep exports.

16 July 2025
SHEEP

Electronic ear tags now available via the SPA website

Sheep Producers Australia is selling eID tags online via its new Mob Mate platform.

14 July 2025
SHEEP

What's driving lamb price surges?

Analysts consider what's driving lamb prices up, as new records are set.

07 July 2025
SHEEP

Boosting lamb productivity in the face of shorter springs

Nuffield scholar translates known concepts into actionable steps for sheep producers.

04 July 2025
SHEEP

Fast-tracked training initiative set to upskill livestock workforce

New initiative provides short training courses for food and fibre workers.

02 July 2025
Stantons fitted 200 breeding cows with Gallagher's eShephard neckbands in June, as part of a trial.
CATTLE

Producer perspectives on virtual fencing

The pros and cons of virtual fencing.

11 July 2025
CATTLE

The reality of virtual fencing

A look at virtual fencing as an alternative for managing livestock and pastures.

11 July 2025
CATTLE

New monthly record set for Australian beef exports

Australian beef exports hit 134,593 tonnes in June - the highest monthly total on record.

07 July 2025
CATTLE

Biosecurity breach raises serious questions

Haul of 62 tonnes of illegal meat and animal protein sparks debate about biosecurity and penalties.

02 July 2025
CATTLE

Katter takes aim at Labor's handling of Australian livestock sectors

Katter has outlined the ways in which he believes Labor has destroyed Australia's livestock sectors.

20 June 2025
A new DPIRD led collaboration with grower groups will work with landholders to reduce the risk of wind erosion on properties with sandy soils.
PASTURES & SOILS

New soils project aims to address wind erosion risk in WA

A new research project has commenced to support WA farmers with properties at risk of wind erosion.

16 July 2025
PASTURES & SOILS

Research outlines profitable paths to net-zero livestock production

Study looks at stacking strategies to reduce emissions.

04 July 2025
PASTURES & SOILS

Systems view vital for soil carbon success

A stacked approach is key to unlocking long-term value from soil carbon.

06 June 2025
PASTURES & SOILS

No hay while the sun shines

Hay prices are up as livestock producers in drought-stricken regions become desperate for feed.

30 May 2025
PASTURES & SOILS

Rethinking rhizobia carriers: organic carriers show strong potential

Research finds inoculating legumes with rhizobia boosts nodulation and promotes nitrogen fixation.

23 May 2025

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Kondinin team.

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Kondinin team.

editions

Research Report: Cordless Impact Wrenches (July 2025)

Six battery-powered impact wrenches were bench tested in this month's Research Report, focusing on their ability to get nuts done up and undone.

editions

Research Report: Mouse Bait Applications (June 2025)

Mice remain a significant issue for cropping regions and the June Research Report, supported by an investment from the Grains Research and Development Corporation, brings together the latest research and practical recommendations for bait spreading and machinery performance to help growers improve mouse control strategies.

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Research Report: Farm Labour (May 2025)

Farm labour, whether temporary, casual, contract or permanent staff, is an essential part of agriculture. This Research Report provides insights to help better source and manage one of the farm’s most valuable assets – its people.

editions

Research Report: Sheep Yards (April 2025)

This month's Research Report includes more than a dozen case studies of new sheep yard builds and renovations from around the country. There are plenty of ideas to make the handling of stock more efficient and stress-free.

PARTNER CONTENT

Drought, Fires, and Floods Haven't Stopped WA-Based Business Expansion

CW Imports continues to expand its reach across Australia

PARTNER CONTENT

Utrisha N: The new biostimulant boosting broadacre yield potential

Extensive trials conducted across Australia show boosted yields in a wide range of

PARTNER CONTENT

Maximise your nitrogen use efficiency

Losing nitrogen to the environment can be costly.

PARTNER CONTENT

Safety first for the year ahead

Since 1870, Blundstone, have supported & protecting farmers across Australia from