Animal health and welfare
R&D is critical for both on-farm productivity and meeting community animal welfare expectations.
Research & Development
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in topic "Internal parasites"
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Development of a dipstick method for on-farm diagnosis of Haemonchus infections in ruminantsThe test for haemonchus infection helps to determine when to drench.National
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Investigation of the Prevalence of Neospora caninum in Queensland Beef CattleNeospora caninum was a recognised parasite that has been shown to be a major cause of bovine abortion worldwide. In...Queensland
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Dung Beetles for GympieDung beetles quickly disperse cattle dung, reducing the breeding ground of buffalo fly. Through the identification of the species living...
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2005/N03 Dung Beetles and Internal Parasites of SheepThe project identified the dung beetles that attacked sheep faeces as being: native species O. atrox, O. australis, O. capella,...Eastern Australia
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Feasability of a model to better manageThis study evaluates the feasibility of developing (or accessing) a sheep nematode epidemiology model for Australian conditions. Following consultation with...National
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Options for the control of parasites in the Australian goat IndustryGoatmeat is the most widely consumed meat in the world and Australia is one of the major exporters. The goat...National
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Capacity building and validation of Integrated Parasite Management in prime lambs in WAThe project aimed to quantify the potential loss of growth and value in prime lambs in Western Australia due to...Western Australia
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Tick Fever ImmunityThe reduction in eligible animals for the study means the data collected is not robust enough to be statistically significant,...
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Barbervax field efficacy and safety in adult sheepQuality systems were devised for making Barbervax® to the Good Manufacturing Practice standard required by the regulators, the Australian Pesticide...National
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B.GOA.1907 - Sustainable internal parasite control in goats: Effective and safe anthelmintic useDid you know, internal parasites continue to be a major problem for Australian goat producers?National
MLA invests in both on-farm and off-farm research and development projects with a wide range of project partners, including producer groups, peak industry councils, the CSIRO, leading Australian universities and international research centres.
The R&D program is largely funded by producer levies, with matched funding from the Federal Government. Levies are also collected by the processing, lotfeeding and live export sectors, for investment in projects that support the red meat supply chain beyond the farm gate. Non-levy R&D funding is provided by industry partners through the MLA Donor Company.
In 2018–19 MLA invested $170.3 million in a range of research, development and adoption programs. This included $94.2 million invested through MLA Donor Company (MDC).
Program Areas
Grazing land management
New plant breeding technologies are being used to boost on-farm productivity.
Genetics and genomics
Genetics R&D is producing significant economic benefits for seedstock and meat producers.
Feedlot management
Investment has produced a suite of tools to help producers meet market specifications.
Environmental sustainability
R&D is aimed at increasing on-farm productivity and long-term sustainability.
Livestock production
Animal production R&D aims to increase on-farm productivity and profitability.
Food safety & traceability
R&D supports market access by enhancing product integrity and traceability.
Product innovation
Create innovative red meat products that satisfy consumer demand in domestic and international markets.
Biosecurity
Aims to improve the health and welfare of livestock and the productivity and integrity of the Australian red meat industry.
Digital agriculture
MLA invests in digital agriculture R&D, focusing on whole-farm digital infrastructure technologies.
