In this episode of The Weekly Grill Kerry Lonergan interviews veteran cattleman Dick Slaney about his extraordinary career from North Queensland to Venezuela, the US and across Asia. Dick recounts hands-on experiences in live export, feedlots and abattoirs, his role in introducing stunning practices in Indonesia, and reflections on the resilience and changing dynamics of the Australia–Indonesia beef trade.
He also discusses the impacts of trade suspensions, rising competition from cheaper imports, cultural lessons learned while working in Asia, and the people and mentors who shaped his life and career.
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- All roads lead to Brisbane for Angus World Congress, with Scott Wright
- Consumer behaviour researcher, Howard Parry-Husbands
- Red Meat Advisory Council Chair, John McKillop
- Regular cattle market update, with Matt Dalgleish and Chris Howie
Dear Pak Dick,
I am pleased to read the Beef Central article sharing your career experiences. I hope you will continue contributing and sharing your valuable thoughts and expertise to the cattle industry, not only in Australia but also globally.
I once had the privilege of being part of your team during the Indonesia–Australia Red Meat and Cattle Partnership program in Indonesia from 2017 to 2021.
If you happen to come to Jakarta, please feel free to get in touch .
Cheers,
Nusantara