Celia Freeman
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Blackall sale jumps 20c as producers weigh up rain against market rates (opens the original)
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The seasonal balancing act confronting both beef producers and buyers at this time of year were out in force at the weekly Blackall cattle sale on Thursday, October 1. Weather predictions and shifting market trends alike mean that each party is taking a gamble on whether to sell immediately or hold off. With talk of wet weather coming into summer, GDL Blackall manager Jack Burgess said restockers were weighing up whether to buy extra stock before prices rise further, while vendors were deciding
'Pull the cord now': what is driving demand for fat cattle across Qld? (opens the original)
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Driven by a shortfall of finished stock, southern processors are competing across Queensland saleyards, keeping prices firm despite rapidly drying seasonal conditions. Roma PJH Livestock and Property agent Ed Cross said with feed reserves running low across Queensland, producers with market-ready stock should act decisively. "If you've still got the feed, you're going to benefit from holding them, but really it's also a very good time to offload them considering how dry we are," Mr Cross said. "
Surging northern bushfire conditions mean growing risk: are we prepared? (opens the original)
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Over the past four to six weeks there has been an increase in prolonged fire activity in North Queensland, which has required a hefty coordinated attack, according to Rural Fire Service Queensland Northern Region assistant chief officer Chris Mitchell. Mr Mitchell said dangerous fuel loads were stretched across the state, which, when combined with low humidity and high winds, created severe fire weather. "Traditionally those grazing plains are sort of open and flat and very exposed to the elemen
North Queensland growers among those bracing for labour hit under visa caps (opens the original)
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North Queensland growers at the front line of the changes to visa rules for backpackers announced by the federal government are facing COVID-like growing and harvesting restrictions, according to one industry expert. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke announced changes to the migration program at the National Press Club in Canberra on Thursday, September 17. The changes introduce a ballot system and significant caps on second- and third-year Working Holiday Maker (WHM) visas. While backpackers mus
Bare to care: how vet students are baring it all for ovarian cancer research (opens the original)
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Since 2015, reaching the fourth year in James Cook University's demanding veterinary science program has come with a rite of passage, Vets Uncovered. Each year, the cohort strips down for a tasteful nude shot calendar to raise funds for their charity of choice. This year it is the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation. For the class of 2027, stepping in front of the camera completely nude was not just a milestone but a celebration of resilience, camaraderie and a deeply personal mission. While stri
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