Research targets high value meat and wool markets
Research is helping Merino producers diversify their business to meet consumer demands, improve wool production and quality whilst delivering premium value lamb cuts.
Tag: livestock
Setting up for success through a lifetime ewe management course
Sheep producers in the Western region are being encouraged to join a small group of like-minded farmers in their local area to participate in a Lifetime Ewe Management course, something that Western Local Land Services is now accredited to deliver.
ICMJ virtual careers fair is back
The ongoing Covid-19 lockdowns won’t stand in the way of the next generation of meat industry professionals finding their dream job, with the return on August 10 2021 of the ICMJ Virtual Careers Fair.
Machine learning aids insights into cows’ sleep
Just like humans, our dairy cows need their sleep; but AgResearch scientists have had to get innovative with new technologies to better understand the quality of shut-eye the animals are getting.
WA beef industry research to map carbon footprint
Results from a ground-breaking research project aimed at significantly improving the carbon footprint of Western Australia’s beef industry will be used to help all producers and stakeholders stay ahead of consumers’ expectations.
Support for livestock feed technologies
The Australian Government will support trials of new livestock feed technologies that may increase productivity while reducing emissions from cattle and sheep.
Smartening-up meat traceability
Central Queensland University has been awarded a $200,101 traceability grant to improve meat traceability through the existing National Livestock Identification System (NLIS).
Blueprint to more productive cattle herds
Genome technology has unlocked new cattle breeding methods which could improve fertility and lead to increases in profitability, sustainability and productivity.
Path to carbon neutral red meat on menu at ICMJ webinar
The practical steps available to the red meat industry to achieve its goal of carbon neutrality by 2030 (CN30) will be laid out at the next Intercollegiate Meat Judging Association (ICMJ) webinar on September 30 2020.
Take action to head off flystrike risks
Sheep producers have been reminded to monitor their flocks for signs of flystrike and to take immediate action to protect the welfare of their animals and flock profitability.
Legume research to boost red meat industry
New $1.5 million research project to enhance legume component of pastures, improving productivity and resilience.
New company puts foot on the gas to reduce cows’ methane
Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO announced the formation of a new company to take a methane-busting seaweed to market, with $13 million secured from five investors.