Rainfall Offers Respite to Drought and Bushfire-Stricken Regions in Queensland and New South Wales
Recent rainfall has provided relief to parts of Queensland and New South Wales, areas enduring prolonged dry conditions and significant bushfire activity. Over the weekend, these regions experienced varied rainfall, with reports indicating amounts ranging from 25mm to 100mm. Industry participants have described the precipitation as a welcome commencement to the wet season, following a […]
National Weekly Slaughter Report Week Ending 03 Nov 2023
Weekly Slaughter Activity in Australia Reflects Significant Yearly Growth In the latest weekly report ending 03/11/2023, the Australian cattle slaughter figures have been released, indicating a substantial year-on-year surge of 39.59%. The report, derived from the National Livestock Reporting Service, details the slaughtering activities across different states, with the total reaching 131,488 cattle. State-Wise Slaughter […]
Industrial Action Set to Disrupt Australian Meat Processing
The Australian meat processing industry is bracing for potential disruptions as the Community and Public Sector Union (CPSU) has announced industrial action involving export processing meat inspectors and on-plant vets. Scheduled for Wednesday and Friday next week, the action is a result of a wage dispute with the Federal Government and could see operations in […]
Australian Government Tackles Feral Goat Issue
Australia is addressing the environmental challenge posed by feral goats. These animals affect native species and delicate ecosystems, such as those in the Blue Mountains and the Great Barrier Reef. The Environment and Water Minister, Tanya Plibersek, has announced measures to control the goat population. The plan includes new methods like aerial culling and bait […]
Australia Introduces Stringent Biosecurity Measures for Incoming Travellers
Australia has tightened its biosecurity regulations, introducing measures that could lead to visa cancellations for visitors who fail to declare prohibited plant and meat products at the border. This amendment to the Biosecurity Act empowers officials to better safeguard Australia’s ecosystem and its significant agricultural export industry, valued at $70 billion. Immigration Minister Andrew Giles, […]
EU-Australia Trade Deal Stalls Over Agricultural Interests
The anticipated free trade agreement (FTA) between the European Union and Australia has reached an impasse, with the political clout of red meat producers proving to be a significant stumbling block. Preparations for the FTA were well underway, with Australia ready to adopt geographical indications (GI) and overhaul its tax on luxury imported cars, which […]
Forward Planning and Livestock Health: Navigating Dry Conditions in Australian Agriculture
In Coonamble, NSW, as in many parts of Australia, the abrupt transition to drier conditions before Christmas 2022 caught many by surprise. By February 2023, the pastures had turned completely brown, with the area receiving less than a third of its expected annual rainfall. Dr Jillian Kelly, a veterinarian with Animal Health and Nutrition Consulting, […]
Australian Red Meat Exports at a Four-Year High
October saw Australia’s red meat exports climb to 177,665 tonnes, a 5% increase from September and a 39% jump from the same time last year, hitting the highest monthly figure since 2019. Beef Exports Climb Beef exports have risen, up 7% from September and 44% from last year, reaching 105,131 tonnes. This is the highest […]
Exploring Barcodes as Shipping Marks for US Exports: AMPC’s Innovative Approach
The Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC) is examining the potential for using existing product label barcodes as shipping marks for US exports. This initiative could lead to significant savings for the industry by reducing shipment rejections and easing the administrative workload. Ann McDonald, AMPC Program Manager, is optimistic about the project’s prospects. The US has […]
AMPC Report Highlights Role of Workplace Culture in Achieving Sustainability Goals
The latest report by the Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC) underscores the significance of a collaborative workplace culture in enhancing water and energy efficiency within the industry. The ‘Energy, Water and Emissions Benchmarking and Efficiency Culture Change’ report reveals that meat processing plants with effective communication across all team levels see better environmental performance outcomes. […]
