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The use of buffalo fly tags on cattle can be very profitable, but there is a risk that these benefits may be lost if tags are not used…
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In northern Western Australia, a highly successful academy is helping young Aboriginal adults discover a bright future in the pastoral industry. The Aboriginal Pastoral Academy (APA), a collaborative…
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Grants of up to $10,000 are available to help eligible rural landholders directly impacted by Tropical Cyclone Jasper, Northern and Southern Queensland bushfires with the costs of clean-up…
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Guest speakers, attendees, sponsors and industry reps gathered at Kidman Springs for the industry-meets-research event of the year in the Victoria River District (VRD) of the Northern Territory…
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The Livestock Industries team based at Katherine Research Station in the Northern Territory is breaking down gender stereotypes with an all-female team. The team consists of 8 young…
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of senior pasture scientist Paul Jones ‘Jonesy’ from the Emerald office on Sunday 28 July.   Paul joined…
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Why plant legumes? Healthy legumes can significantly boost your pasture’s carrying capacity. Economically, adding legumes is the best long-term option for increasing the productivity of rundown pastures. Once…
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During the 2023/24 summer we saw the spread of pasture dieback across new areas of Queensland and New South Wales. As the summer growing season reached its peak…
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Land condition decline has reduced the carrying capacity and productivity of country for many graziers across northern Australia. Restoring the condition of these areas would provide a huge…
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Soil nutrient supply is a critical factor that influences pasture productivity therefore soil testing is a useful tool to help understand what can be done to improve the…
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