Controlled mating key to weaner success on Umbearra

Controlled mating key to weaner success on Umbearra

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The McKay family owns and operates two properties, ‘Umbearra’ and ‘Idracowra’ along the border of the NT and SA, about three-hours south of Alice Springs.

This fact sheet explains how they manage their breeders and weaners along with other key operations to achieve a weaning rate of approximately 90%.

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Date published:

March 18, 2026

Date reviewed:

September 22, 2026

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