Livestock Farming

In an interview with Stateline WA, Agriculture Minister Murray Watt insists the federal government's $107 million transition package is "significant", but says discussions will continue with the state government to determine what is needed. 

Laws to phase out Australia's live sheep export trade by 2028 pass parliament, despite last-ditch attempts by opponents to put the brakes on the legislation.

Fourth-generation graziers Michael and Michelle Lyons are the driving force behind a trial that succeeds in striking a balance between managing the land properly and also making a profit from their cattle.

Farmers have been told to stand "shoulder to shoulder" after the federal inquiry into phasing out the export of sheep by sea recommended the bill be passed.

Bull-riding is a hugely popular sport in Australia, known for large crowds, big hats and plenty of close calls. But what many spectators don't see is what goes on at properties across the country to prepare the bulls for their time on the big stage. 

Fiona Simson was first elected to the board last year, and was elevated to vice-president during a general assembly meeting in Rome this week. 

It's one of Australia's most iconic brands, yet on every RM Williams product is something very American.

Parts of Queensland's Cape York Peninsula are elevated to the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative list, but experts warn what many regard a coup, could be a double-edged sword.

A statewide feed shortage, off the back of a brutally dry summer, is seeing an increasing number of sheep orphaned across the state's farming regions.

Ian Rowett's sheep stud at Marrabel is the second farm in South Australia to have recorded a sextuplet lamb birth this year, an event vets say is "incredibly rare".

WA farmers impacted by the proposed ban have had their say in Northam today, after a Canberra hearing heard from animal activists and industry leaders earlier this week.

Forget the Paris Olympics, two young people from the Australian sheep industry have claimed prizes at the World Young Shepherds competition held in France.

Livestock groups say they're "disappointed and concerned" to hear news the government has removed biosecurity foot mats from airports and cruise terminals after installing them in 2022 after animal disease outbreaks in Indonesia.

Some producers fear potential fee hikes at the Dubbo Regional Livestock Market as privatisation is considered by council.

Five major Australian beef exporters suspended from exporting meat to China can now resume, Agriculture Minister Murray Watt has confirmed.

On a recent visit to Tokyo, a New South Wales farmer was shocked to find Australian beef selling for less than you can find it in Coles and Woolworths.

The streaming series Yellowstone has become a worldwide phenomenon, and Australians are not immune as they open up their wallets to buy expensive horses, pushing up the demand for trainers.

Corporate mates Wal Stranger and Max Benaud never planned to own a butcher shop. But it was a love of meat and livestock that led the 20-somethings into a world of retail that was new to them.

With the likely end to live sheep exports out of Western Australia, people right along the state's supply chain are contemplating how the future of sheep production will look.

Cattle on a property in the outback are mustered by drones while the pilot sits far away on the Gold Coast during a world-first demonstration for graziers.

Jamie Forster has received excellent farm gate prices for milk in recent years, but he is still giving up dairy farming — and he's not alone. It comes as Australian milk production shrinks to its lowest level in 30 years and butter and cheese imports soar.

She might be the world's most expensive working border collie, but Queen Lizzie is a low-maintenance pup. Pats and treats will keep her happy after a hard day at work.

There's been an ongoing trend of people trading their city life for a charming country cottage, but farmers want you to make sure you know what you're signing up for.

Priscilla Oberreiner had big dreams of adventure when she arrived in Australia as a young backpacker, but she never imagined winning one of the country's most celebrated horsemanship challenges.

As hundreds of wild horses are shot from the air in Kosciuszko National Park, brumbies further north are experiencing the "cushy" perks of domestic life.