Saleyards Australia has announced the appointment of a new Executive Officer following an extensive nationwide recruitment process.
Saleyards Australia president Paul Martin said Gunnedah’s Amy Perfrement will start in the role in February 2025.
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MLA Saleyard Survey 2024
The 2024 MLA Saleyard Survey was released on 5 November 2024. The 2023–24 MLA Saleyard Survey provides a comprehensive overview of livestock transactions across Australia’s saleyards, highlighting these facilities’ economic significance and operational scale. With data from the National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS), the report details state-specific trends and year-on-year changes in cattle and sheep...Continue reading→
New National Saleyards Association Formed
NEW NATIONAL LIVESTOCK SALEYARDS ASSOCIATION FORMED From Sheep Central – 13 October 2024 A NEW national saleyards organisation has been formed after lengthy negotiations between the sector’s two main representative bodies. The Australian Livestock Saleyards Association this morning announced that its member saleyards and those of the Australian Livestock Marketing Association have transferred their membership...Continue reading→
“A SALEYARD IS WORTH HALF A DOZEN PSYCHOLOGISTS” ABC – 9 OCTOBER 2024
Saleyards keep farmers socially connected, but can communities stop their demise? By Brandon Long – ABC Rural Saleyards keep farmers socially connected, but can communities stop their demise? – ABC News
‘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 reading→
Mental 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 reading→
2022-2023 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 reading→
Cattle saleyards across the country becoming a hotspot for ‘mesmerised’ tourists
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2023 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...Continue reading→
2023 Animal Welfare Award Winner – WAMIA Muchea Livestock Centre
The ALMA Excellence in Animal Welfare Award recognises a saleyards with excellent animal welfare practices. The 2023 winner is WAMIA Muchea Livestock Centre, Western Australia. Pictured: Steve Loane, ALMA Board; Cassi Walmsley, Forbes (previous winner); and Peter Malady, Muchea.