Livestock HEADLINES

Even simple things like the orientation of the working race and loading ramp can increase cattle yard safety and efficiency. Even simple things like the orientation of the working race and loading ramp can increase cattle yard safety and efficiency.
CATTLE

Key features for functional cattle yards

Beef producers, managers and vets weigh in on best cattle yard features.

22 April 2025
Certain weeds can pose a risk to livestock.
SHEEP

Producers urged to stay ahead of weed toxicity

Vet warns weed toxicity posed a risk across both wet and dry areas, for different reasons.

14 April 2025
The recent MLA Sheep Projections report has forecast national lamb slaughter to remain at high levels, reaching 26.2m head in 2025.
SHEEP

Flock size to dip, but production remains steady

MLA says the future is bright for Australian sheep production.

14 April 2025
Australian beef exports remain high, but what's on the horizon?
CATTLE

Australian beef exports remain high despite US tariffs

Bendigo Bank predicts an "intriguing month ahead" for Aussie beef, as tariffs kick in.

09 April 2025
Mutton prices have jumped significantly in some states. But will they hold?
SHEEP

Mutton prices have jumped dramatically- but will it last?

The National Mutton Indicator jumped 122.21c/kg cwt week-on-week to 550.61c/kg cwt on Friday.

09 April 2025
Certain weeds can pose a risk to livestock.
SHEEP

Producers urged to stay ahead of weed toxicity

Vet warns weed toxicity posed a risk across both wet and dry areas, for different reasons.

14 April 2025
The recent MLA Sheep Projections report has forecast national lamb slaughter to remain at high levels, reaching 26.2m head in 2025.
SHEEP

Flock size to dip, but production remains steady

MLA says the future is bright for Australian sheep production.

14 April 2025
CATTLE

Australian beef exports remain high despite US tariffs

09 April 2025
SHEEP

Mutton prices have jumped dramatically- but will it last?

09 April 2025
Certain weeds can pose a risk to livestock.
SHEEP

Producers urged to stay ahead of weed toxicity

Vet warns weed toxicity posed a risk across both wet and dry areas, for different reasons.

14 April 2025
SHEEP

Flock size to dip, but production remains steady

MLA says the future is bright for Australian sheep production.

14 April 2025
SHEEP

Mutton prices have jumped dramatically- but will it last?

The National Mutton Indicator jumped 122.21c/kg cwt week-on-week to 550.61c/kg cwt on Friday.

09 April 2025
SHEEP

Keep the Sheep rally to launch political campaign

Keep the Sheep campaigners converged in Perth CBD today, urging voters to "put Labor last."

28 March 2025
SHEEP

Unique mini meat scanner gets to work in abattoirs

A unique needle scanner is being used to measure carcases and help improve red meat eating quality.

21 March 2025
Even simple things like the orientation of the working race and loading ramp can increase cattle yard safety and efficiency.
CATTLE

Key features for functional cattle yards

Beef producers, managers and vets weigh in on best cattle yard features.

22 April 2025
CATTLE

Australian beef exports remain high despite US tariffs

Bendigo Bank predicts an "intriguing month ahead" for Aussie beef, as tariffs kick in.

09 April 2025
CATTLE

Agribusiness experts weigh in on US tariffs

The potential ripple effects from US tariffs deemed a greater concern than the direct hit.

07 April 2025
CATTLE

What will Queensland floods mean for the cattle market?

Mecardo said there is around 3.35m head of cattle in regions impacted by floods and heavy rainfall.

02 April 2025
CATTLE

US tariffs: Is Australian red meat next?

More US tariffs are expected to kick in this week, fuelling speculation surrounding Aussie beef.

31 March 2025
Southern NSW Innovation Hub director Cindy Cassidy said a pilot study undertaken by the Hub using the RaPP mapping tool, has helped producers to understand what options exist in the face of oncoming drought.
PASTURES & SOILS

Pilot unveils mapping tool's potential to identify drought trigger points

Groundcover monitoring tool piloted on two pastoral properties in NSW.

19 March 2025
PASTURES & SOILS

Goats: a novel weed control solution

Goats can be effective at controlling weeds and are available for hire.

01 March 2025
PASTURES & SOILS

Making headway on soil carbon journey

Grower story: increasing soil carbon through rotational cell grazing and cover crops.

19 February 2025
PASTURES & SOILS

World-first harvestable legume cultivar developed for WA

Researchers deliver world’s first domesticated Trigonella balansae legume cultivar.

05 February 2025
PASTURES & SOILS

Simulation shines light on WA 2050 pasture production

Research aims to develop solutions to changing climate for WA sheep enterprises.

13 January 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: 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.

editions

Research Report: Large Square Baler Testing (March 2025)

This month Kondinin Group has capacity tested four high-density, large square balers in what is believed to be a first for Australia. Balers from Krone, Kuhn, Massey Ferguson and New Holland were put through their paces, working in windrowed straw.

editions

Research Report: Rural Communications (February 2025)

With the departure of 3G technology and the emergence of 5G and satellite options, there are significant changes on the connectivity horizon. This month Kondinin Group engineers Ben White and Josh Giumelli investigate what is the best way to stay connected in regional and remote areas.

editions

Research Report: Chaser Bins (January 2025)

Chaser bins play a vital role when it comes to on-farm grain logistics. The January Research Report features a comprehensive round up of the latest chaser bins of 30 tonnes-plus capacity.

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

PARTNER CONTENT

Precise and Productive Seeding Equipment

The success of next year's harvest begins now, with strong preparation and planning.