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Project start date: 01 September 2019
Project end date: 31 March 2020
Publication date: 01 September 2020
Livestock species: Grain-fed Cattle, Grass-fed Cattle, Sheep, Lamb
Relevant regions: National

Summary

The aim of this project was to create resources for MSA research projects in the form of summaries and fact sheets for use across the supply chain to better utilise the MSA program, improve on farm compliance, train industry operatives, and promote the program in international markets.

Objectives

  • Produce a fact sheet for L.EQT.1601 – this project focused on quantifying the effect of stress on animals through shipment by sea and through saleyard systems
  • Produce a fact sheet for international lamb sensory work – this project focused on international sensory work for lamb in the United States and China.

More information

Contact email: reports@mla.com.au
Primary researcher: Sativus Pty Ltd