Discover the power of dung beetles
| Date: | Thursday 13 November 2025 |
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| Time: |
12:30pm-1:30pm AEST
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Event category: | Land and pastures |
| Venue |
Online webinar
Australia
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Dung beetles play an important role in agriculture by burying and consuming dung that leads to improved nutrient cycling, improved soil structure and reducing habitats for flies being just a few.
Join us for a FREE BeefConnect Webinar featuring John Feehan, Australia’s foremost dung beetle expert, as he unpacks the incredible role these tiny eco-warriors play in agriculture.
In this engaging session, you’ll learn:
✅ How dung beetles naturally reduce buffalo fly populations, improving cattle health and cutting treatment costs.
✅ The environmental and economic benefits of managing dung accumulation, including healthier pastures and enriched soil fertility.
✅ The fascinating story of the CSIRO dung beetle project and its ongoing success through Soilcam.
✅ Practical tips for harvesting and distributing dung beetles to climate-suited regions across Australia.
✅ How dung beetles contribute to sustainable farming through carbon sequestration and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
This webinar offers a natural, cost-effective solution to one of agriculture’s toughest challenges. Whether you’re a farmer, land manager, or simply curious about sustainable practices, this is your chance to learn from the best and make a positive impact on your land and livestock.
Don’t miss this opportunity to dig into the science and strategies behind dung beetles!
Register now to secure your spot.
