The team behind Belvedere Valley lifetime pasture fed Wagyu is taking the plunge, with plans to start operating their entire paddock-to-plate supply chain including building their own on-farm micro abattoir.

Tammin abattoir closure another major warning sign of a West Australian industry ‘in decline’ Main Image: The abrupt closure of another WA abattoir could have a devastating impact for its local community. Credit: Cally Dupe / Countryman

WA’s $655 million wool industry is facing dramatic price and volume drops as a result of the Albanese Government’s policy to ban live sheep exports, industry leaders say.

Nearly $1.9 million from Labor’s $139.7m package to help sheep farmers transition away from live exports has been spent on a new advertising campaign, sparking outrage among industry leaders.

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Every generation has its automotive obsession, and for farmers it often revolves around a ute, writes WAFarmers CEO Trevor Whittington.

Nov 18, 2024 · Queensland dominated with capacity of 918,874 head and 829,198 cattle on feed in the September quarter, though the latter figure was down about 24,000 head on the record it set three months earlier.

Nov 19, 2024 · WoolPoll’s recommended levy vote rejected as woolgrowers opt for a status quo 1.5 per cent option for the next three-year period (2025-28), with a close ballot that was won on preferences.

The Shire of Wandering is celebrating 150 years since its formation this spring with a weekend celebration planned to include a dinner dance, old-fashioned games and fireworks.

After spending countless hours aboard live export ships transporting thousands of sheep to the Middle East, livestock veterinarian Holly Ludeman says the industry has nothing to hide.