The key to making vaccination decisions is knowing your disease risk. By understanding the common diseases in your region, risk factors, and property and flock history you can determine if the potential return outweighs the cost of vaccinating. Check out the factsheet below for a quick breakdown on the considerations and thoughts that go into … Read more
A successful repro rate is the key to profitable sheep production. To achieve this, preparation and planning for an effective joining should begin 10 to 12 weeks in advance. This fact sheet is based on industry resources and insights shared by veterinarian Dr Tim Gole and expert stud classer Stuart Murdoch at Leading Sheep field … Read more
Managing for prolonged dry periods is a necessary reality for all Australian livestock businesses. Careful planning can help ensure that you are prepared for the next drought. This handy checklist can be used as a tool to make sure you have checked all the boxes when planning for drought.
Many producers are improving productivity and business outcomes by incorporating technology into their yards. This factsheet explores some insights from producers on what has helped make it work for them.
The following producer groups are Producer Demonstration Sites (PDS) funded by Meat & Livestock Australia. 1. Optimising the Fertility of Maiden Ewes Who: Making Maidens Weight Duration: May 2023 – June 2026 Location: central west Queensland rangelands (Beaconsfield, Ilfracombe and Dunblane, Barcaldine) Aim : To demonstrate improvements in sheep reproductive performance and mortality rates through the … Read more
Mitchell grass pastures change significantly throughout the year and between seasons. This factsheet explores how the resulting dynamic diet composition and diet quality of Mitchell grass pastures influences sheep productivity and the implications for management. References used in the development of this factsheet can be found here. Contact Millie Sheales if you would like access to … Read more
The Mitchell grasslands are renowned for their biodiversity. This factsheet explores how the growth, diversity and quality of Mitchell grass pastures change throughout the year and between seasons, highlighting when certain seasonal trends can impact the quality of pastures. References used in the development of this factsheet can be found here. Contact Millie Sheales if you … Read more
For much of Queensland, worm egg counting can be infrequent so it’s understandable that we get a little rusty. This fact sheet helps simplify your options for getting worm egg counts done and compare the pros and cons of the different options. Even though there aren’t a lot of labs in Queensland, there are still … Read more
This fact sheet summarises wool traits and their assessment, data and economic importance.
Tagging requirements Queensland is moving to mandatory eID for individual sheep and goats, as part of a national initiative. By 2027, all sheep and managed goats will need to be tagged with an eID if moved from the property of residence. Visual tag system and mob-based movements will no longer be allowed. More information on … Read more