Rain and paddock finishing affecting numbers
Sale numbers were back due to a few factors, the rain in some areas and also the lack of paddock finishing for the producers....
New research aims to help farmers manage chronic pain
Farmers are widely regarded as the backbone of the Australian economy, but their demanding work schedules, tough conditions, and long hours can often result...
Start national agriculture day right
The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) is set to host its annual National Agriculture Day Breakfast on Friday, 15 November 2024.
The event, which will...
Growers embark on US trip
A study tour to be held in California this month will give Aussie vegetable growers insight into global innovations and emerging technology to support...
Dry weather sees lighter weight
Rodeo and Campdraft week sees Agents and Vendors yard 1648 head for the local sale, with stock drawn from the Western areas as well...
Nearing the end of selling season
Numerical numbers were very similar as we moved towards the end of the selling season, the weather is still not inspiring confidence with most...
Young replacements sought after
Numbers increased this week for both the main Livestock sales with a total of 1423 head of cattle sold and 2705 head of sheep...
Market dominated by lighter types
Agents and vendors today yarded a total of 2705 head to the weekly sale. The stock was drawn from near and far with consignments...
2025 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award applications open
Applications are now open for the 2025 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award, with the deadline for submissions set for 9 October 2024. The award celebrates...
Australian Beef declared ‘The Greatest’ in latest marketing campaign from MLA
Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has launched a new advertising campaign reminding Australians why Australian beef is ‘The Greatest’.
Launched on October 6 and running...
Fewer runs of good trade and export types
Agents and Vendors combined to present a total of 1616 head to the weekly sale, the majority of stock was a 70/30 split between...
Interim Food Farmers’ Commissioner appointed
The Queensland Government has appointed an Interim Food Farmers’ Commissioner to become the point of contact on issues impacting farmers.
Charles Burke has been...
Will wins at rodeo
A Greymare teen has taken home two titles at rodeos in northwest Queensland.
18-year-old Will Gross, who now works on a cattle station in...
