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 "Feedlot management"
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Antimicrobial surveillance – BRD pathogensUsing culture and susceptibility testing for surveillance of antimicrobial resistance is a key pillar of Antimicrobial Stewardship, as outlined in...National
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Feed intake measurement of cattle in the Tullimba R&D Feedlot BIN Project – Hereford 2013-2014During the 2013-14 season two completed Hereford cohorts with a total of 214 BIN cattle were tested for feed intake...National
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Literature review of non-enteric methane emissions from red meat productionThis project was carried out to improve MLA's Feed Demand Calculator, a learning tool in the form of an Excel...National
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Development of a Code of Practice for the Intensive Lamb Finishing SectorThis Company Managed Activity (CMA) was established to cover costs associated with an industry workshop on confinement feeding.National
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Feedlot R&D Program Strategic Planning WorkshopThe purpose of this plan was to outline a five year strategy for Meat & Livestock Australia's (MLA's) research, development and...National
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ALFA contribution to the Cattle & Beef Quality CRCThis project represents the lotfeeding sector investment in the CRC for Cattle and Beef Quality (1999-2006). In addition to implementing...
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Feedlot hydrological modelling incorporation into MEDLIDid you know the new model for effluent disposal in Australian feedlots is now available?National
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APVMA assessment dag removal enzymesDid you know an enzyme-based solution for dag removal is one step closer to market?National
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Feedlot environment training workshopsAn earlier project, B.FLT.0469 'Feedlot environment education training module', developed a training, education and advisory module to aid feedlot operators...Western Australia
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Thermal energy recovery from feedlot manure – pilot trialsBeef feedlot manure has a relatively high energy content, similar to other organic waste materials. As such, it offers the...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.
