Could goatmeat redefine Australia’s deli game? Here’s the story behind the 100% goatmeat salami challenging the pork industry.

Grazing land management (GLM) EDGE is a three-day workshop to give you a thorough understanding of the grazing land environment in which you operate – it will provide you with knowledge to strategically manage your grazing business so you can optimise your land condition and productivity in the long-term.

Transforming the management of non-replacement dairy calves by creating a viable beef from dairy pathway is the key focus of a recently launched dairy Australia and MLA Initiative – CalfWays.

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The Easter break continued to impact markets as cattle and sheep yardings remained at levels similar to last week. The Feeder Heifer and Steer Indicators both experienced notable decreases, while sheep indicators continued to show strength across tight supply. Both cattle and sheep slaughter were heavily impacted by the Easter long weekend, with reduced production levels.

The project worked alongside the Department of Animal Health, under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) in Vietnam to develop three animal welfare standards for transportation, husbandry and slaughter. A traceability system for animal welfare in slaughterhouses was developed and implemented and a technical regulation for the use of stunning equipment has been drafted. This follows success in legalising the status of stunning equipment in Vietnam. A delegation of Vietnamese officials to Australia also strengthened the bilateral relationship and knowledge of Australia's livestock and meat industry.

A survey investigating fuel availability across the country – conducted by the Red Meat Advisory Council (RMAC) between 20–26 March – has provided insight into the impact of rising fuel prices and supply constraints on businesses within the red meat industry.

Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) is calling for grassfed beef producers to complete the Beef Producers Intentions Survey (BPIS) throughout April.

Cattle tick and buffalo fly have been identified as the two highest-cost endemic disease issues for the Australian red meat industry – combined, they’re a $300 million problem, particularly in northern Australia.

If you’re looking for on-farm strategies that have been tested on commercial properties, the PDS Updates webinar series delivers exactly that.