Quick picks: Technology factsheet, Fit to Join, QLD wool production, satellite imagery, Wear Wool Not Waste campaign Deep dive – Future proofing the flock: the case for eID Upcoming events Podcasts, eBulletins and surveys Quick picks Incorporating technology into yards: Fact sheet alert! We’ve developed this handy guide for introducing new technology into yards – from … Read more
Quick picks: Rainfall poster, forecast training, wool price, flystrike research, carbon Deep dive – Improving what you know. Upcoming events Podcasts, eBulletins and surveys Quick picks Rainfall poster map alert: Have you seen the big Australian rainfall map ? Do you want to compare the industry conditions and the resulting pasture growth across the years? … Read more
Quick picks: QLD eID rebate, WoolPoll 2024, Australian Wool Traceability Hub, micron testing. Deep dive – How wool records sheep stress. Upcoming events Podcasts, eBulletins and surveys Quick picks Queensland Sheep and Goat Electronic Identification (eID) Rebate Scheme: Eligible producers and agents can now apply for the Queensland sheep and goat eID rebate. Up to $1,600 … Read more
Quick picks: dog activity, safety signs, confinement feeding and worm ready. Deep dive – Pigs a problem? Research and control. Upcoming events Podcasts, eBulletins and surveys Quick picks Wild dogs on the prowl: There are reports of increased wild dog movements in some areas. We received the following photos and words of wisdom “Wild Dogs are … Read more
Quick picks: green date calculator, using scanning data, heat research, shearing checklist Deep dive – Low lambing? You’re not alone. Upcoming events Podcasts, eBulletins and surveys Quick picks New green date calculator: We’re approaching the middle of the “dry” season, which is a good time to review your forage budget, consider your stocking rate, and … Read more
Quick picks: lamb marking, field day ahead, lambing planner app, achievements in wool & State Sheep Show. Deep dive – wool harvesting updates & keeping your clip clean Upcoming events Podcasts, eBulletins and surveys Quick picks Lamb marking: If you are approaching lamb marking, now might be the time to refresh your skills in wet and … Read more
Quick picks: worms, forecasts, pasture dieback & a step into the past. Deep dive – Incorporating tech into your yards Upcoming events Podcasts, eBulletins and surveys Quick picks Wanted dead or alive. You might be questioning the logic of barber’s pole being wanted alive. Sorry to get a little western but hold your horses and keep … Read more
Quick picks: eID, weeds & wool quick picks plus diving into heat stress Deep dive – New research into heat stress in sheep Upcoming Leading Sheep events Upcoming events Podcasts, eBulletins and surveys Quick picks Electronic identification (eID) support. The Queensland Government has announced the support scheme for Queensland sheep and goat producers, saleyards, processors and … Read more
Quick picks – podcast, new coordinator, where to worm test, pain relief, shed stickybeak, resistant flies Deep dive – Grazing patterns and the science aiding pasture utilisation Upcoming Leading Sheep events Upcoming events Podcasts, eBulletins and surveys Quick picks Shearing shed showcase. Proway Livestock Equipment and Australian Wool Innovation hosted an on-farm open day at Mandurama, … Read more
Biomarkers for the experiential state of sheep Finding value in wool Harvesting biologically weakened wool Market outlook Upcoming Leading Sheep events Upcoming events Podcasts, eBulletins and surveys Biomarkers for the experiential state of sheep Did you know 61% of people want animal welfare assurance for red meat products? Animal welfare perceptions are a driver of … Read more