Northern Pastoral Company Group Secretariat 2016-2018
Did you know the NPG aimed to improve whole business performance of northern Australian pastoralists?
| Project start date: | 31 May 2016 |
| Project end date: | 29 June 2018 |
| Publication date: | 26 May 2022 |
| Project status: | Completed |
| Livestock species: | Grass-fed Cattle |
| Relevant regions: | Northern Australia |
Summary
The NPG consisted of 16 companies breeding, growing and finishing cattle mainly in northern Australia. Annual sales range from 0.9 million to 1.0 million head per annum. The purpose of the NPG is to improve the whole business performance of its members by focusing on optimising productivity, sustainability, human resources and profitability. Members benefit by sharing knowledge and experience and work cooperatively with RD&E personnel to see themselves and the rest of industry move forward.
The secretariat supported the Northern Pastoral Group (NPG) to improve engagement between the NPG and MLA. The secretariat facilitated meeting and coordinated communications. Activities included involvement in the northern genomics project, collaboration to improve the connectivity of properties, exchange of information and policies regarding work health and safety on property, and sharing of information and data on best practice.
Objectives
1. Support engagement activities between MLA and the Northern Pastoral Group of Companies
2. Provide secretariat support that facilitates at least two meetings per calendar year for the Northern Pastoral Group of Companies
3. Liaise with the Northern Pastoral Group of Companies, MLA staff, R&D providers and other stakeholders as required by MLA.
Benefits to industry
The purpose of the NPG is to improve the whole business performance of its members by focusing on optimising productivity, sustainability, human resources and profitability. The group is not a political lobby group rather its motivation is to utilise evidence and experience to advance strategic and operational business performance. Members of the NPG cooperate with each other and industry stakeholders for the betterment of their pastoral businesses and the broader beef industry.
Members of the group are diverse in their operations and thinking, yet take the time to communicate regularly and meet face to face at least twice a year. Members benefit by sharing knowledge and experience and will work cooperatively with RD&E personnel to see themselves and the rest of industry move forward.
Future research
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For more information Contact Project Manager: Nigel Tomkins |
