Kristin Murdock
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After seven years of research, Pingelly Merino Lifetime Productivity project wraps up in WA
After seven years, the Pingelly MLP project, one of five across the country, reaches completion in WA. → Read More
WALRC matches progressive producers with university students in "Farm-a-Friend" program
WALRC's Farm-a-Friend program aims to develop a culture of ready communication between livestock researchers and producers. → Read More
Mulesing in Merino lambs has dropped over past three years according to AWI survey
An AWI survey shows mulesing is falling out of favour with Merino producers. Picture supplied. In three years, mulesing of Merino lambs has dropped 17 per cent according to a new survey. → Read More
New oral pain relief option, Butec, joins the livestock health market
Long term pain relief is applied to the mucosal membranes inside the mouth of lambs and calves providing extended relief after animal husbandry procedures. Picture supplied. A new oral pain relief product developed in conjunction with the CSIRO is set to give primary producers more options when it comes to improving animal welfare outcomes. → Read More
Increased supply and dry conditions to impact sheep producer profits
The ABARES March Agriultural Report predicts sheepmeat production to fall in the short term.. Picture supplied. In February, MLA tipped the Australian sheep flock to reach 78.75 million head this year, the biggest flock numbers since 2007. → Read More
Expected high VM level in wool will bring discounts in price
Good seasons will result in higher vegetable matter percentages in wool clips, particularly in the east of Australia. Picture supplied. Vegetable matter (VM) is just one of many factors that influences wool prices. → Read More
WoolProducers Australia one of three industry groups to have support from Vietnam though AusHub
WoolProducers Australia establishes a strategic partnership with AusHub (Vietnam) to explore opportunities to expand wool trade. → Read More
Churchill Fellow, Jane Milburn, says wool, cotton and linen are the key to slow fashion
For her Churchill Fellowship, Jane Milburn investigated ways hands-on upcycling actions can help reduce textile waste and enhance wellbeing. Picture supplied. Churchill Fellow, Jane Milburn, grew up on a sheep farm in South Island, New Zealand, and later completed an Agricultural Science degree at The University of Queensland. → Read More
Tributes to outgoing contributors and a welcome to new faces in Sheep Sustainability Framework Board reshuffle
Three new members bring manufacturing and sustainability skills to the Sheep Sustainability Framework Board and Sustainability Steering Group. → Read More
Wool industry training shouldn't end in the classroom according to peak industry body
The addition of wool classing to a subsidised training scheme has bought mixed reaction from stakeholders. Picture supplied. Sheep industry training needs to go beyond the classroom," according to Glen Haynes, EO of Shearer/ Wool Handling Training for the Shearing Contractors Association of Australia (SCAA). → Read More
Shearing and contracting labour a significant cost item in the farming budget
Farming inputs on the rise across all sectors, whole industry suffers 150pc input cost surge since 2002. → Read More
Live sheep exporters say ban policy sets a dangerous precedent
Comments on live export ban by Minister for Agriculture, Hon Murray Watt, brings swift rebuttal from Live-Ex Council. → Read More
NSW Farmers calls for clarity around eID funding
NSW Farmers want clarity around funding to achieve 2025 eID deadlines, opinions from other state farmers groups → Read More
Mutton drops to $3/kilogram locally while export demand from China peaks
Mutton might be on the nose in Australia, but the Chinese can't get enough of our exports. Picture supplied. Mutton prices have seen a depressing 2023 start, now bringing below $3 per kilogram. → Read More
Biological defleecing advances with labour intensive nets no longer needed
The struggle to find wool harvesting labour may be a thing of the past if the latest biological defleecing research is successful. Picture supplied. A natural protein in corn is the secret weapon behind AWI funded research into new opportunities for biological defleecing of sheep.. → Read More
Sheep Producers Australia announce Ms Kerry Harris as new Director
Ms Kerry Harris appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director for Sheep Producers Australia. → Read More
Monthly slaughter numbers higher, trade lamb supply lower in latest market
Mutton higher in Victoria, lower in NSW, while trade lamb sale numbers declined. → Read More
Monthly slaughter numbers higher, trade lamb supply lower in latest market
Mutton higher in Victoria, lower in NSW, while trade lamb sale numbers declined. → Read More
Wool traceability and disease defence concerns unite wool industry groups
A collaboration among wool industry groups, including AWI and AWEX, aims to tighten industry biosecurity through improved traceability. → Read More
Aussie Whites take on Wagyu beef for producing meat with high marbling and low fat melting point
Doonkami Australian White Stud focus on breeding for marbling and eating quality. → Read More