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30 October 2023
Red meat producers in Mackay, Queensland are encouraged to sign up and participate in Meat & Livestock Australia’s (MLA) brand new, pilot Carbon EDGE program. Sponsored places are now being offered at only $250 + GST for the full two-day workshop in person. To be held from 10:00am 9-10 November 2023, the pilot will help producers build on their understanding of carbon. Offering independent information, the program will help participants move into a planning and action phase, identifying technologies and methods that could be incorporated into their business to benefit their bottom line and the environment. It is also suitable for advisors and other service providers looking to enhance their understanding of the current operating environment. Delivered by Rhonda Toms-Morgan from ConnectAg and Sarah Barrett from Pinion Advisory, the pilot program will deliver personalised information, small group learning, practical activities and case studies, data and examples from the local region. Attending this workshop will help producers learn: • key terminology and concepts relating to greenhouse gases (GHG) within the red meat industry, such as insetting vs offsetting, scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, carbon footprint, carbon baseline and emissions intensities. • win-win options for improving their environmental footprint whilst improving livestock productivity • in-depth information on the practices to reduce and sequester GHG within a livestock grazing business • weighing up opportunities and risks associated with generating carbon credits and how they can be used to benefit livestock businesses • understanding carbon neutrality and how it aligns to their business goals • developing a carbon action plan that incorporates practical, achievable strategies to meet objectives. Places are strictly limited so be sure to register soon to avoid disappointment.

27 October 2023
The September Agricultural Commodities update from the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) is useful for understanding the global outlook for grains, especially wheat. In general, the update shows declines in Australian production, while rebalancing in other markets means that the next marketing year is set to be more ‘normal’ than the previous one.

27 October 2023
Looking at the past four weeks, all lamb indicators have felt some form of relief as weekly prices have increased over the month.

27 October 2023
The cattle market was varied this week, as prices diverged based on category and location. In general, prices in Victoria and NSW held firm or improved, while prices in Queensland, South Australia and WA eased.

26 October 2023
MLA Updates on November 23, 2023, at Bendigo Showgrounds, Victoria, will offer insights on sustainability, marketing, and red meat industry developments. Its an opportunity to connect, learn, and network with stakeholders.

25 October 2023
Beef producers in the Mid Murray now have the opportunity to participate in Meat & Livestock Australia’s (MLA) BredWell FedWell workshop on 17 November 2023. Focussed on profit driver’s, the workshop zooms in on how to make the most out of genetics and nutrition to have a positive impact on your bottom line.

25 October 2023
Producers looking to start their carbon journey can now access MLA’s Carbon EDGE pilot workshops for the special sponsorship price of $250.

25 October 2023
The new and improved BredWell FedWell workshop is creating quite a stir with producers around Australia and on 8 November 2023, it’s beef producers in the Lower South East’s opportunity to jump on board.

25 October 2023
Kerran and Melanie Glover describe their mixed enterprise at Lock, SA, as a ‘risk management tool’ – one which has remained sustainable through seasonal variability and other challenges to productivity.