Weekly genetics review: Considering the value of Fixed-Time AI – don’t look at cost in isolation

There’s been some vigorous recent industry discussion about evaluating the costs and benefits of an AI program over natural mating. Genetics editor Al Rayner takes a deep-dive into the topic in this week’s review, finding its a complex space ..Read More

Genetics editor Alastair Rayner, 23/04/2024

Greenwashing inquiry reflects difficulty in regulating climate claims

Carbon neutral claims have come under fresh controversy after a senate inquiry into Greenwashing heard an Australian Government certification program, Climate Active, had not been given the stamp approval from the regulator…Read More

Eric Barker, 23/04/2024

Weekly kill: Short trading weeks plus abundant supply pressuring prices

Downwards adjustments continued in some export processor price grids this week, but the changes appeared principally to be about aligning over-the-hooks prices with competitors who changed their quotes earlier.  With long delays due to weather, congestion in supply is presenting as a real danger in coming months..Read More

Beef Central, 23/04/2024

Industry “still in dark” on biosecurity protection levy

Australia’s livestock industries were still “in the dark’ on how the Federal Government’s proposed biosecurity protection levy would be collected just months from its proposed commencement on 1 July this year…Read More

Beef Central, 23/04/2024

CERES Tag enables compliance with incoming EU deforestation laws

CERES Tag technology can significantly enhance livestock producers’ ability to meet the stringent requirements set by the European Union’s deforestation supply chain laws and Scope 3 emissions reporting, while also bolstering overall sustainability practices…Read More

Sponsored Content, 22/04/2024

Precision Pastures: Free events to boost your soil carbon know-how at Beef 2024

Precision Pastures will be hosting several free events at Beef 2024 dedicated to helping producers to identify and solve soil health issues to optimise production and increase their soil carbon for a fair price…Read More

Beef Central, 23/04/2024

Shadow trade minister calls for greater focus on removal of Chinese trade barriers

Following the Chinese Government’s official removal of the hefty tariffs imposed on Australian barley and wine, Shadow Minister for Trade and Tourism Kevin Hogan has called for the focus to..Read More

Beef Central, 23/04/2024

Weekly rainfall update + rainfall outlook 23 Apr 2024

FAR North Queensland and the eastern Top End of the Northern Territory experienced several days of isolated thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, due to easterly flow and a trough with an..Read More

Bureau of Meteorology, 23/04/2024

Vets association calls for university fee relief for regional vets

The Australian Veterinary Association has backed calls for a series of measures to urgently address workforce shortages in regional and remote Australia…Read More

Beef Central, 23/04/2024

Wagga sale 22 April 2024: Price correction in shorter trading week

The export market experienced a notable price correction across the cow and bullock classes, largely influenced by bigger numbers and a shorter trading week…Read More

Leann Dax, 23/04/2024

China deep dive: On beef’s bumpy road, is there a way back?

Australia has been a major supplier of beef to China over the past decade, but how big a role it will play in helping to bridge China’s beef deficit in future remains shrouded in a trade policy climate that is as complex as it is unclear…Read More

James Nason, 22/04/2024

“Controlling the narrative” faces persistent anti-meat media campaign

While beef industry leaders are growing increasingly frustrated at article leaving out crucial pieces of science, a media campaign against the industry is persisting…Read More

Eric Barker, 22/04/2024

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