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Mix up your approach to fenceline weeds

March 9, 2021 | 2 min read

The recent discovery of multi-resistant capeweed along fencelines in Western Australia has put a fine point on the need for integrated weed management tactics to be applied to non-production areas on farms.

Cattle health - Fencing, livestock handling & ID

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.

Cattle health

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.

Cattle health - Sheep care & health

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.

Cattle health

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.

Cattle health - Sheep care & health

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.

Cattle health - Northern cattle

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.

Cattle health - Northern cattle - Sheep care & health

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:

Cattle health

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.

Fencing, livestock handling & ID

Gallagher ups investment in Aussie agritech company

July 15, 2019 | 1 min read

Melbourne agritech company Agersens says it has raised $14.75 million capital including cash from existing investors such as NZ’s Gallagher Group.

Cattle health

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.

Rural Business News

Mix up your approach to fenceline weeds

Cattle weigh themselves with Trutest

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

New research targets nematode control

Scientists seek landholder help to combat toxic fireweed

ZOETIS - SUPPORTING CUSTOMERS IN THE AUSTRALIAN BUSHFIRES

Tick vaccine for Bos taurus breeds a step closer

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

Developing new tick management tools

Gallagher ups investment in Aussie agritech company

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

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