Einstein and Darwin on maximising pasture establishment in the seasonally dry tropics
It may not be rocket science, but the reliable establishment of sown pastures in the seasonally dry zone certainly is science. Like any branches of science there are some core […]
Supporting Grazing into the Future field day report
The Supporting Grazing into the Future field day was held at Wambiana, the property of Michael and Michelle Lyons on Friday 5 September 2025. The day was aimed at the […]
Renovating leucaena pastures to maintain productivity – the north Queensland perspective
Leucaena pastures are the most productive option in the dry tropics but require careful management to ensure the benefits are maintained. The CQ pasture team is renovating old leucaena paddocks […]
Get ready with us: Bushfire season
As the dry season progresses, the risk of bushfires causing damage to pasture, infrastructure and livelihoods, increases. The FutureBeef eBulletin editors asked their colleagues for bushfire preparation tips and tricks […]
MLA Pasture Dieback Science Forum prioritises areas of future research
In June, Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) hosted a Pasture Dieback Science Forum in Brisbane attended by about 50 people from around eastern Australia to listen, learn and discuss pasture […]
Understanding disease surveillance in cattle in northern Australia
We understand that the northern Australian cattle production system is unique. This presents special challenges (and opportunities) for detecting diseases. But how likely is it that we would detect a […]
Pastoralist and Extension perspectives from the 2025 International Rangelands Congress
In early June 2025, 720 delegates from 50 countries met in Adelaide for the 2025 International Rangelands Congress. The theme for the conference was ‘Working Together for our Global Rangelands […]
Bullo River field day
The stunning landscapes of Bullo River Station were a treat for all that attended the field day on 20 August 2025. Bullo River has been a producer demonstration site for […]
Recap of the 13th Biennial Barkly Herd Management Forum
Neither a flat tyre or the steady Barkly breeze could stop the Katherine team on their travels to run the 13th Biennial Barkly Herd Management forum! The forum was run […]
Farm resilience planning results in extensive property improvements
Running a grazing property requires a delicate balance to keep the paddocks and herds in top condition. Megan and Terry Dunne operate Shawlands, a 3,800ha commercial breeding and backgrounding property […]