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Animal Welfare for Saleyards Course – 24 April 2024
Click here for download a PDF flyer for the ➡️ Animal Welfare for Saleyards Course 24 April 2024
Continue reading‘Men’s shed with no commitment’ how livestock sales bolster mental health in the bush
Social connection is ‘one of the strongest protective factors’ against mental ill-health and, for farmers, livestock sales are the biggest meeting point by Aston Brown The crackly drone of an auctioneer barking through a megaphone cuts through the mooing and commotion of the cattle. Dung and dust hangs heavy in the air, baking under a […]
Continue readingMental Health and Wellbeing on the Land
Mental Health and Wellbeing on the Land Natural disasters, droughts, financial stress, and geographic isolation are some of the challenges faced by people in regional and rural Queensland. These adversities often have a significant impact on entire communities, families, and the local economy. However, the impact on mental health and wellbeing can be overlooked and, due to […]
Continue reading2022-2023 Saleyard Survey Results Are In!
𝐌𝐋𝐀 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐲𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟐-𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟑 At the end of every financial year, the National Livestock Reporting Service, with the support of the Australian Livestock Markets Association (ALMA) conducts a voluntary survey of saleyard throughput figures by state and the results are hot off the press! To view the results of the 2022-2023 […]
Continue reading2024 AusSaleyards Expo to be held in Melbourne
The AusSaleyards Expo is an exciting event for the Australian saleyards industry and it’s scheduled to take place in Melbourne in 2024. This expo is a significant gathering for professionals involved in the saleyards industry and it provides a platform for showcasing the latest innovations, technologies, and best practices in the industry. One of the […]
Continue reading2023 Industry Champion Award – Roma Saleyards
The ALMA Saleyards Industry Champion Award recognises a saleyard that champions saleyards across four key areas: How we care for our animals How we care for our people How we contribute to the economy, and How we contribute to the community. The 2023 Industry Champion Award goes to Roma Saleyards and the Maranoa Regional Council. Pictured: Daniel […]
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