Sheep producers urged to prepare for flystrike risk

Dec. 17, 2021 | 2 min read
Producers being advised to have stocks of flystrike products on hand given predictions for a wet summer.

Cattle weigh themselves with Trutest

Aug. 26, 2020 | 2 min read
The Tru-Test remote walk over weighing (Remote WOW) system has revolutionised the way Australian cattle producers run their business as it means that cattle can now effectively weigh themselves – without a human in sight.

Double down on lice protection

July 28, 2020 | 2 min read
Dual action combination product for sheep lice control.

Good feed, good milk, good calving: research hones in on cow fertility

July 1, 2020 | 2 min read
Animal science researchers say keeping the spotlight firmly on improving cow fertility and reducing cow and calf losses in harsh environments will continue to build northern cattle live weight production and efficiencies.

New research targets nematode control

June 2, 2020 | 2 min read
Bacteria and fungi in sheep faeces and pastures may unearth new natural antiparasitics that could also prevent multi-drug resistance.

Tight supply supports sheep industry in COVID-19

May 5, 2020 | 4 min read
Limited sheep numbers will support Australian farmgate prices through COVID-19 disruption, however forecasts for the wool sector remain less bullish, according to agribusiness specialist Rabobank.

Scientists seek landholder help to combat toxic fireweed

Jan. 30, 2020 | 2 min read
Fireweed is one of eastern Australia’s worst invasive species, and scientists are asking landholders for on-the-ground information about where it is growing and how they deal with it.

ZOETIS - SUPPORTING CUSTOMERS IN THE AUSTRALIAN BUSHFIRES

Jan. 10, 2020 | 2 min read
Australia is currently facing the worst bushfires in its history, with officials noting the crisis is unlike anything the country has ever seen and could have long-lasting impacts. The impact to livestock, pets and wildlife has been devastating. According to the Wall Street Journal, thousands of livestock have already been killed – additional hits on a farm sector that was already suffering from a three-year drought – and millions more animals have been impacted. As always in the face of disaster, Zoetis colleagues are stepping up to support customers and communities by providing emergency veterinary services and consultations, organising product donations, and supporting the mental health of those affected through our relationship with Beyond Blue.

Tick vaccine for Bos taurus breeds a step closer

Sept. 30, 2019 | 3 min read
A vaccine to protect Bos taurus breeds from the costly cattle tick is getting closer, paving the way for northern producers to introduce genetics capable of opening doors to new, high-value markets.

Elanco to Buy Bayer's Animal Health Business for $7.6 Billion

Aug. 21, 2019 | 1 min read
Elanco will pay for the unit with 70% cash and the remainder in stock. Specifically, an Elanco statement explained the terms:

Developing new tick management tools

July 25, 2019 | 3 min read
MLA‑funded research is aiming to deliver a new, once‑per‑season‑dose cattle tick vaccine to producers.

Mandatory pain relief for mulesing in Victoria looks set to become a reality

July 15, 2019 | 3 min read
Victoria is set to become the first state in the country to introduce mandatory pain relief for mulesing.

Sydney team awarded $1m industry grant for new cattle vaccine

June 10, 2019 | 2 min read
A team of scientists at the University of Sydney have been awarded a $1 million grant by Meat and Livestock Australia to fund new vaccine development for feedlot cattle.