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Introduction Phosphorus (P) often restricts beef production in northern Australia. When an animal’s P demand cannot be met either from the diet or by mobilising body reserves, dietary…
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Understanding basic Giant Rats Tail (GRT) grass biology enables landholders to develop clear management strategies that will assist them in reducing its impacts and maintaining productivity of grazing…
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Northern Western Australia is a vast region widely recognised for its spectacular landscapes and unique ecosystems with high environmental, economic, social and cultural values. The WA rangelands are…
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In this presentation, David Phelps (Principal Scientist – Grazing Lands with DAF) discusses how the pasture is responding after the flooding and what is likely for the longer…
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In this presentation, Craig Turner (Manager of Client Relations for the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority – QRIDA) discusses the loans and grants available to primary producers…
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Pasture dieback is affecting large areas of highly productive sown and native pastures across Queensland. In this presentation, Stuart Buck (Senior Agronomist, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries) discusses…
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Uneven use of the landscape has long been a concern for producers in the extensively managed beef production systems of northern Australia. Historically, the solution to this problem…
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This guide used the best information available at the time of publication. It is intended to help you assess what type of flood is likely to occur in…
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Phosphorus deficiency is a major problem for grazing cattle in much of northern Australia because of the low soil phosphorus levels in many soils. Whilst phosphorus is important in all bodily processes, the major impact of phosphorus deficiency in cattle is a significant reduction in appetite. This results in lower pasture intake and consequently lower energy and protein intake.
Contacts and practical information, including available services and assistance, for Queensland producers experiencing drought.