$2 million boost to combat Queensland’s feral pig problem
Queensland’s battle against feral pigs is set to receive a $2 million boost, with new funding aimed at reducing the destructive pest population and...
Falls not effecting flow of stock
The markets were still operating as we follow the weather patterns across the state, the Southern Downs has been lucky to see some good...
Weather doesn’t deter market
Agents and vendors combined through the wet climate to present 2485 head to meet the local market. The yarding was a 80/20 split with...
Far and wide stock for firm sale
Agents and vendors combined to present a total of 2908 head of sheep and lambs for the weekly sale. The stock was drawn from...
Sale numbers rocket after cyclone
The threat of cyclones and the damage to the markets for a lack of numbers was not seen in this weeks episode as the...
Varroa found in QLD
Biosecurity Queensland has confirmed the preliminary identification of varroa mite (Varroa destructor) in the state for the first time, with initial samples taken from...
Supporting farmers after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred
Agribusiness banking specialist Rabobank has announced a range of support measures for farming clients affected by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, which has caused severe weather...
Finished article firmly on display
Agents and vendors combined to send a flow of 1146 head to the weekly competition for the sheep and lambs. Lambs topped at $220...
Cyclone plays affect to sale
The cyclone and the weather seemed to try and disrupt every move the stock agents tried; the weekly cattle sale was cancelled on the...
A crafty mix
A Gympie region farming business has developed an innovative way to ensure your paddock's soil health while keeping your livestock fed.
Kandanga Farm Store owner...
Yarding larger than expected
Agents and vendors combined to present a larger than expected yarding of 1952 sheep and lambs for the weekly sale. The breakup was approximately...
Firm bovine and strong ovine
Livestock markets were on a par to the previous week with 1255 head of cattle making the sale ring, and 1952 sheep and lambs...
Fond farewell to a Principal like no other
Pozieres State School has farewelled its long-serving and much-loved principal, Adrian Fenney, in a retirement celebration as colourful and heartfelt as the man himself.
After...
