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Lumpy Skin Decision Sensible and Pragmatic
Cattle Council of Australia has commended the Australian Government’s decision to give the CSIRO everything it needs to test and...
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Lumpy Skin Disease needs Australia’s best scientists
Australian infectious disease experts must be given access to live samples of Lumpy Skin Disease so they can develop an...
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Flood recovery
With ongoing flooding impacting red meat producers, MLA, along with subsidiary Integrity Systems Company (ISC), has been actively sharing its...
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BeefUp is back
After a limited run in 2021, MLA’s popular BeefUp forums are back for 2022. Starting in April, one- and two-day...
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Committee Recommendations a win for Consumers and Producers
A Senate inquiry into meat definitions has delivered its report, with several recommendations to empower consumers to make informed choices...
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MLA research adoption outcomes deliver $803m in net benefits
Despite challenges from Covid-19, MLA’s second annual Producer Adoption Outcomes Report has reported that 8,258 producers have participated in learning and...
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Student Horizons
Student Horizons, via their Year 10 Experiential Careers Programs (ECP), are partnering with MLA to help further school students’ knowledge...
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Cattle Industry Projections 2022
With above average rainfall predicted across New South Wales and parts of Queensland, the national cattle herd rebuild is set...
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68-Million More Reasons to buy Australian Beef
The Federal Government’s $68 million investment in agricultural traceability will make Australian beef a more sought-after product, both overseas and...
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Cattle projections webinar
On Thursday 03 February at 11am AEDT, the MLA Market Information team will be conducting a webinar presenting on our...
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MSA Excellence in Eating Quality Awards
Beef producers who consistently deliver carcases with superior eating quality are set to be recognised when the Meat Standards Australia...
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Cattle Council CEO position filled
Cattle Council of Australia’s long-serving Policy Director John McGoverne has been appointed to the Chief Executive Officer role, after the...
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Ambassadors for the red meat industry program
Applications are open for MLA’s Ambassadors for the red meat industry program, an intensive 2-day workshop offering participants professional training...
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Cattle Council to Farewell CEO Travis Tobin
Cattle Council of Australia (CCA) President Markus Rathsmann has announced the resignation of Chief Executive Officer Travis Tobin. Mr Rathsmann...
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Environmental impact of red meat in a healthy diet
MLA has recently released a new report that explains why supporting current red meat consumption in three to four healthy,...
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Statement from the International Beef Alliance 2021
Members of the International Beef Alliance (IBA), comprising the cattle producer organizations from Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, New Zealand, Paraguay,...
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NLRS and Christmas Saleyard Closures
MLA’s National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS) will close over Christmas, in line with saleyard shutdowns. Find out the key closure...
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Flood Resources
For producers facing floods this summer, maintaining human and animal welfare will be a priority. MLA has a page on...
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On The Ground Podcast
The latest 'On the Ground podcast' has been released. In this edition, MLA's Josh Anderson speaks to Mary Johnson about...
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2021 Stories from the Station Winners Announced
Cattle Council’s annual photo competition, Stories from the Station has wrapped up with three clear place winners. Cattle Council President,...
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Producer Adoption Outcomes Report
Despite the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19, more than 8,000 producers still managed to grow and develop their businesses through...
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Global snapshots released
The latest market snapshots covering 14 key global markets for beef have been released. The snapshots provide a comprehensive overview...
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MLA Annual General Meeting
MLA’s AGM took place last Thursday 26 November. The formal proceedings of the AGM included considerations of MLA’s accounts, the...
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Catch up on MLA updates webinars
Throughout October and November, MLA has delivered a series of five webinars, focusing on how the red meat and livestock...
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Cattle Projections Released
MLA’s final Cattle Projections update for 2021 is now live on the MLA website. The cattle and beef market continues at...
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New BoM Climate Outlook tools
Growers and graziers will benefit from new extreme climate outlook maps made available by the Bureau of Meteorology last week....
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Voting opens for CCA Board
Voting has opened for four positions on the Cattle Council of Australia’s board. Director positions representing New South Wales Farmers...
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Beef Business meeting COP Climate Challenge
While world leaders are gathering to set more ambitious climate targets, the Australian beef industry is already four years ahead...
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Jason Strong on The Weekly Grill with Kerry Lonergan
In this week’s episode of The Weekly Grill podcast series from Beef Central, host Kerry Lonergan is in conversation with...
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Carbon Pathway Must Create Opportunity
Australia’s climate targets present significant opportunities for beef producers, which must not be overlooked by our national leaders. CCA President...
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MLA Updates Series
MLA will be running a webinar every Monday during five consecutive weeks with key updates on the red meat industry....
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Australian Good Meat – Telling our Stories
Australian Good Meat's latest producer-led video featuring Darren and Melanie Hamblin ‘Strathdale Wagyus” Sarina QLD The new sustainability producer-led videos...
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Everyone’s a shot in CCA Video and Photo Competition
Cattle Council of Australia has brought back its Stories from the Station video and photo competition for a second year....
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Applications closing soon for 2021 Rising Champions Initiative
Young members of the Australian cattle industry have until Monday, 16 August to apply for the 2021 Cattle Council NAB...
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Australian Beef to help solve Global Challenge
Australian beef producers’ work to cut greenhouse gas emissions can help secure a more sustainable future for the global industry....
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Plant-based Protein Causes Confusion
Research published today shows the majority of Australians are being tricked by misleading plant-based protein packaging, and 73 per cent...
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Australian Beef Back on UK’s Menu
Cattle Council of Australia (CCA) has welcomed an in principle Australia-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (A-UK FTA) which was struck...
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Climate tech for Cattle Producers
Cattle Council of Australia (CCA) says the Commonwealth’s Methane Emissions Reduction in Livestock (MERiL) grants will help fast-track a range...
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Cattle Council Welcomes Biosecurity Boost
Cattle Council of Australia has welcomed a $371 million boost to the Australian biosecurity system, which was announced by the...
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Cattle Council Calling New Members
Cattle Council of Australia is calling all producers to sign up with a free 12-month membership at Beef Week in...
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Cattle Council Calling New Members
Cattle Council of Australia is calling all producers to sign up with a free 12-month membership at Beef Week in...
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High Cattle Prices Haven’t Fixed Drought Hangover
Despite cattle prices reaching record highs, producers right across Australia still have a long way to go to recover after...
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Johne’s deregulation in the cattle industry
Half a decade of successful deregulation for Johne’s disease in most states and territoriesThe cattle industry has taken steps to...
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Five years on – Johne’s deregulation in the cattle industry
Half a decade of successful deregulation for Johne’s disease in most states and territories The cattle industry has taken steps...
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High Cattle Prices Haven’t Fixed Drought Hangover
Despite cattle prices reaching record highs, producers right across Australia still have a long way to go to recover after...
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Applications open for Biodiversity Stewardship Scheme
Cattle producers can now apply to take part in the Federal Government’s Agriculture Stewardship Carbon + Biodiversity Pilot Program. Cattle...
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Statement on Live Export Cost Recovery
Cattle Council understands cattle producers are worried by the debate around a proposed revision of cost recovery measures on the...
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Statement on Live Export Cost Recovery
Cattle Council understands cattle producers are worried by the debate around a proposed revision of cost recovery measures on the...
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Policy Council sets CCA Agenda
Beef industry representatives from around Australia have come together in Canberra for Cattle Council of Australia’s (CCA) first Pilot Policy...
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Biodiversity helps drought-proof beef business
Cattle Council of Australia is committed to working with the Federal Government to make sure the Farm Biodiversity Pilot Program...
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Biodiversity helps drought-proof beef business
Cattle Council of Australia is committed to working with the Federal Government to make sure the Farm Biodiversity Pilot Program...
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Policy Council sets CCA Agenda
Beef industry representatives from around Australia have come together in Canberra for Cattle Council of Australia’s (CCA) first Pilot Policy...
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Producers condemn evidence of welfare failures
AUSTRALIAN cattle industry representatives have condemned unnaceptable welfare practices which have emerged in footage released by Israeli animal activist organisation...
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Concerns arising from White Paper proposals
THE Cattle Council of Australia commends the work of the red meat industry in developing “A Better Red Meat Future:...
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Tamworth to host Cattle Council AGM
THE 2019 Annual General Meeting of the Cattle Council of Australia will be held on Wednesday 20 November 2019. Coinciding with Meat...
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Travis Tobin appointed Cattle Council CEO
EXPERIENCED agricultural advocate Travis Tobin has been appointed the Cattle Council of Australia’s new Chief Executive Officer. Mr Tobin will...
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2020 Rising Champions finalists revealed
The Cattle Council of Australia and National Australia Bank (NAB) have today announced the seven state finalists for the 2020...
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Cattle Council salutes contribution of outgoing CEO
Cattle Council of Australia president Tony Hegarty has today announced the Council will initiate a leadership transition process ahead of...
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Producers welcome Federal ministerial appointments
AUSTRALIAN cattle producers have welcomed the swearing-in of Morrison Government ministers this week, most notably the appointment of Senator Bridget...
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Applications open for NAB Agribusiness Rising Champions
THE Cattle Council of Australia and NAB Agribusiness are now calling for young members of the Australian beef industry to...
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I-A CEPA a win for Australian beef industry
AUSTRALIAN cattle producers have welcomed the completion today of the Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (I-A CEPA), which eliminates of...
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Government’s response to Senate inquiry welcomed
THE CATTLE of Australia Council welcomes the Federal Government’s official response to the Senate inquiry into the effect of market...
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Analysis confirms live export imperatives for cattle producers
CATTLE Council of Australia has welcomed the release of new research which confirms the economic and social imperatives of the...
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Cattle Council eyes leadership renewal ahead of AGM
CATTLE Council of Australia is preparing for leadership renewal, with current President Howard Smith to complete his four-year term at...
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Cattle Council determined to maintain EU market share for Australian grainfed beef
CATTLE Council of Australia is concerned of reports that the European Union (EU) high quality grainfed beef quota may be...
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Cattle exports to remain cornerstone of Australia-Indonesia red meat relationship
THE long-term cattle and beef relationship between Australia and Indonesia has a prosperous future based on strong supply chain partnerships and...
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Cattle Council welcomes I-A CEPA breakthough
AUSTRALIAN cattle producers have welcomed confirmation that negotiations for the Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (I-A CEPA) have concluded, with...
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Emily Pullen crowned 2019 NAB Agribusiness Rising Champion
Queensland’s Emily Pullen has been named the 2019 NAB Agribusiness Beef Industry Rising Champion at a Cattle Council Gala Dinner...
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New cattle surveillance project to support producers limit their losses from endemic disease
By the end of 2019 beef cattle producers will be receiving tailored information and resources for tackling disease priorities, which...
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Cattle Council response to ACCC 12 month review
Cattle Council of Australia does not agree with the ACCC’s recently released Beef and Cattle Market Study 12 month review....
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Cattle Council opposes any live export ban
Cattle Council regards the announcement made today by Labor to ban live sheep exports as reckless and ill-informed. Cattle Council...
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Cattle Council travels to QLD for annual Rural Awareness Tour
The 2018 Cattle Council of Australia’s annual Rural Awareness Tour is taking in the sights of Queensland all with the...
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Applications Open for 2018 Cattle Council NAB Agribusiness Rising Beef Industry Champion Initiative
The call is out for young beef producers across the country to apply for the 2018 NAB Agribusiness Rising Beef...
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Renewed strong support for Cattle Council
Joint Media Release State farmer organisations have this week united to throw their full support behind the enhancement of Cattle...
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PCAS welcomes Western Meat Packers Group
Cattle Council of Australia is pleased to announce that the Pasturefed Cattle Assurance System (PCAS) now has the support of...
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KAFTA A success for Australian Beef
The Cattle Council of Australia has welcomed the reduction of tariffs for beef exported to Korea from Australia, effective from...
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Cattle Council congratulates New Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources
The Cattle Council of Australia welcomes the appointment of David Littleproud MP as the new Minister for Agriculture and Water...
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Beef Producers Urge Progress at WTO
The Eleventh Ministerial Conference (MC11) of the World Trade Organization took place on the 10 to 13 December 2017 in Buenos...
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CCA focused on developing opportunities for leadership in the Grassfed Beef Industry
Cattle Council of Australia, in conjunction with Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), are providing the opportunity for grassfed beef producers...
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Cattle Council of Australia CEO Announced
As we close a successful AGM week in Alice Springs Cattle Council of Australia is pleased to announce today that Margo Andrae has...
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Cattle Council heads to Paraguay with the International Beef Alliance
The Cattle Council of Australia recently returned from a trip to Paraguay as part of the International Beef Alliance (IBA)....
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CCA welcomes Leadership in Ag Funding
Cattle Council of Australia welcomes today's announcement from Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources the Hon...
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CCA Response to recent online commentary
Cattle Council of Australia is calling out the extensive inaccuracies of recent ‘opinion pieces’ and online commentary published post the...
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Last chance to apply for the NAB Rising Champions
Applications close this Sunday 13th August Are you, or do you know someone, aged between 21 and 35passionate about the...
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Cattle Council Acting CEO Announced
Cattle Council of Australia announced today that Margo Andrae has been appointed as Acting Chief Executive Officer whilst the Council undertakes a...
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Workshops to support farm biosecurity planning
Producer Update A series of workshops will be rolled out across Australia over the next two months to assist red...
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CCA & SCA to deliver more Biosecurity Workshops
From 1 October 2017, sheep, goat and cattle producers will need to complete a Farm Biosecurity Plan (FBP) to maintain...
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2017 NAB Agribusiness Rising Beef Industry Champion Initiative calls for applications
The call is out for young beef producers across the country to apply for the 2017 NAB Agribusiness Rising Beef Industry...
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Red Meat Industry gives DEXA the tick
Australia’s red meat peak councils, representing cattle and sheep producers, lot feeders and red meat processors, have given their support...
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Producer Update – J-BAS transition & LPA
The Cattle Council of Australia is alerting producers to key changes in the transitional dates of on-farm biosecurity planning. New biosecurity...
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CCA CALLS FOR A UNITED FRONT ON DEXA ROLLOUT
The Cattle Council of Australia is calling for a united front between Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) and the Australian...
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Riverina Stockfeeds officially recognised for PCAS supplements
Today’s announcement that Riverina Stockfeeds has been officially recognised as an approved manufacturer of upwards of ten supplements suitable for...
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‘Farmecco’ – potential to transform financial literacy across the beef industry
A new financial literacy tool specifically designed for Australian agriculture has the potential to transform how Australian beef producers operate...
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First ever Framework for beef future
The first-ever Australian Beef Sustainability Framework (the framework) report has been released by the Red Meat Advisory Council (RMAC). Independent...
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Cattle Council announce Thomas Foods International joins ‘PCAS’
Cattle Council Australia is pleased to announce that Australia’s largest 100% family owned meat processing company Thomas Foods International has...
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Agreement Signed for Northern Australia Beef Plan
Today’s announcement of a plan for the Northern Australia Beef Industry aims to develop a coordinated and informed beef plan...
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Cattle Council hosts Nuffield scholars
Cattle Council of Australia today hosted Nuffield scholars from across the globe to help them understand the issues facing the...
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PBA Feeds to supply custom feeds to PCAS producers
PBA Feeds will give producers under the Pasturefed Cattle Assurance System more options when it comes to feeding their cattle,...
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Government and industry partnerships the way forward for industry
Cattle Council have welcomed a new collaborative research and development funding partnership between Meat and Livestock Australia, through MLA Donor...
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Australian-Indonesian trade partnership strengthens
Cattle Council of Australia has welcomed the announcement by the Indonesian Government that it will increase the maximum average weight...
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Cattle Council welcomes defence land acquisition announcement
Cattle Council has welcomed the announcement from the Federal Government that there will be no compulsory acquisition of land in...
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Cattle Council heads west
Cattle Council of Australia is in Western Australia this week, meeting with cattle producers, industry representatives and stakeholders to discuss...
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Liberalised trade will deliver beef industry benefits
OPENING up trade pathways and reducing technical trade barriers is key to ensuring Australia’s beef industry remains globally competitive. Cattle...
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‘PCAS Approved’ growing with GrainCorp Liquid Feeds
GRAINCORP LIQUID FEEDS (GLF) is the first approved feed manufacturer to join the Pasturefed Cattle Assurance System Approved supplements scheme....
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Grassroots input needed on draft Australian Beef Sustainability Framework
CATTLE Council of Australia is encouraging producers have their say on the draft Australian Beef Sustainability Framework and ensures it...
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Last chance for producers to apply for directors course
BEEF producers only have a short time left to apply for the Australian Institute of Company Directors course, fully funded...
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Duncan Bremner appointed as Cattle Council CEO
CATTLE Council of Australia announced today that Duncan Bremner will take up the position of chief executive officer in the...
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Setting the leadership standard
THE Australian Institute of Company Directors course is helping the beef industry set a standard for leadership and governance. Cattle...
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Capacity building programs motivating today’s industry leaders
INDUSTRY capacity building programs were a key motivator to take the next step in industry leadership for newest Cattle Council...
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R&D annual call to benefit beef industry
INDUSTRY research, development and adoption providers will be required to submit preliminary proposals for on-farm research, development and adoption projects...
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Approved feed supplements on the menu for PCAS
FEED manufacturers are now able to supply ‘PCAS-Approved’ feed and forage products to producers through the Pasturefed Cattle Assurance System....
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Beef producers to be represented on National Farmers board
BEEF producers will now have a voice at the National Farmers Federation table, with cattle producer Tony Hegarty announced as...
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Applications open for beef industry directors course
APPLICATIONS are now open for the Australian Institute of Company Directors course, sponsored by Cattle Council of Australia and Meat...
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CCA President committed to future of industry
CATTLE Council President Howard Smith will continue to focus on the future of the beef and cattle industry, as he...
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Another step towards objective carcase measurement
CATTLE Council of Australia have welcomed Meat and Livestock Australia’s commitment to objective carcase measurement technology, announced last week. Cattle...
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Cattle Council announces positive financials at AGM
CATTLE Council of Australia announced a positive financial position for the organisation at their AGM today in Adelaide, South Australia....
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ACCC draft findings puts focus on producer needs
CATTLE Council have welcomed the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s interim report into the cattle and beef sector, saying it...
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CCA to represent Australia at International Beef Alliance
CATTLE Council of Australia will travel to New Zealand next week to attend the 2016 International Beef Alliance. The International...
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Voting opens for CCA Board nominations
MEMBERS are now able to vote for Cattle Council of Australia’s 2017 board positions. Marc Greening, NSW and David Hill,...
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Cattle Council welcomes Northern roads announcement
CATTLE Council of Australia has welcomed the Federal Government’s funding announcement to help develop roads in Northern Australia. Cattle Council...
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CEO Jed Matz to step down at the end of year
CATTLE Council of Australia announced today that chief executive officer Jed Matz will step down at the end of the...
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Increased transparency in RD&A investment
MORE accountability and transparency has been a key focus for the first annual call cycle for grassfed beef research, development...
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CCA looks to future at AGM
AN exciting new era for Cattle Council of Australia is on the agenda at the organisation’s 2016 Annual General Meeting....
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Amendment Bill an exciting moment in Aussie agriculture
FEDERAL Parliament today passed the Primary Industries Levy and Charges Collection Amendment Bill 2016, representing an exciting moment in the...
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A new partnership ushers in an era of strengthened on-farm biosecurity
September has seen the emergence of a revitalised Livestock Biosecurity Network (LBN) under the capable stewardship of Animal Health Australia...
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Ready to take on future leadership roles
Seven young people have honed their skills ready to take on future leadership and policy roles in the beef industry...
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Cattle industry’s future leaders descend on Canberra
Seven of the beef industry’s brightest young leaders from across the country will descend on Canberra next week for the...
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Spotlight on improved road infrastructure
Improved road infrastructure for the beef industry of the future is a passion for NAB Agribusiness Rising Champion Initiative finalist...
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Communication is key for the beef industry
Communication is an issue the entire industry can take ownership of, according to NAB Agribusiness Rising Champion finalist Weldon Percy....
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Industry mentoring key to success
Having access to industry mentors is key to a successful career in the Australian beef industry, according to NAB Agribusiness...
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Giving a voice to South Australian rural youth
The formation of an agri-political platform for youth in South Australia is on the agenda for NAB Agribusiness Rising Champion...
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Engaging youth on industry advocacy and policy
Social media is giving both rural and urban youth immediate access to beef industry political engagement and advocacy, according to...
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Shining the spotlight on beef industry issues
Skilled staff, transportation and communications are the key challenges for Australia’s pastoral beef industry, according to NAB Agribusiness Rising Champions...
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Cattle Council calls on government to deliver on funding commitment
Cattle Council of Australia has welcomed the new Federal Cabinet but has urged the government to deliver on its leadership...
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Rising Champion develops new opportunity for young producers
A small equity ownership model in a stud herd developed by Rising Champions state finalist Rob Ewing could spell opportunity...
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Rising Champions state finalists announced
Seven young shining stars of the Australian beef industry have been named as the state finalists in the prestigious NAB...
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Research vital to northern industry viability
A new research partnership announced for the northern beef cattle industry will provide research and development vital to industry. Cattle...
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Cattle Council welcomes Coalition commitment to leadership
Cattle Council of Australia has welcomed Coalition’s commitment to the future of agriculture through a raft of new funding measures...
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Greater commitment to industry research needed
Cattle Council of Australia has urged the major political parties commit to a greater and longer-term investment in beef industry...
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Roads, mobile black spots and NBN on CCA radar
Cattle Council of Australia has called upon the major political parties to address the issues of road infrastructure, mobile black...
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Cattle Council supports independent live export inquiry
Cattle Council of Australia has thrown its full support behind the independent inquiry into the Vietnamese live export market announced...
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Vietnam Allegations – Industry Response
The inhumane treatment of animals is unacceptable to Australian livestock producers and exporters. We are focused on ensuring that the...
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Beef at forefront of G20 table in China
Collaboration and the removal of non-tariff barriers were firmly on the table at the G20 Agricultural Entrepreneurs forum attended by...
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Cattle Council plays role in beef industry export growth
Against the backdrop of free trade agreements, beef production has been ranked in the nation’s top 10 industries by growth...
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CCA speaks up for grass fed producers at ACCC forums
Australian grass fed beef producers will be represented at the series of Australian Competition and Consumer Commission forums around the...
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Cattle Council calls for commitment on sustainably funded producer body
Cattle Council of Australia has called on the major political parties for an election commitment of seed funding to establish...
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Young voices heard by beef industry decision makers
Gaining an insight into the big issues facing the beef supply chain was an experience Kitty Sheridan will never forget....
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Cattle Council calls for more information on boxed and wholesale beef prices
Cattle Council of Australia (CCA) will call upon Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) to develop a system to capture information...
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Sharpening life and business skills through Rising Champions
Young grass-fed beef producer Geoff Birchnell has sharpened his life and business skills thanks to the Cattle Council of Australia...
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Senate’s red meat industry recommendations need fine-tuning
Cattle Council of Australia has warned recommendations made in the interim Senate report into the red meat processing sector need...
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Federal budget fails to recognise beef industry value to economy
Australian beef producers and the value they bring to the economy has not been recognised in this year’s budget, according...
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Cattle Council fosters young leaders through Rising Champion Initiative
Young beef producers passionate about their industry can now apply for Cattle Council’s 2016 NAB Agribusiness Rising Champion initiative. The...
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CCA skills put to good use on Agriculture Consultative Committee
Cattle Council of Australia’s industry advocacy and leadership skills are to be put to good use in competition and consumer...
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Plan to guide red meat R&D investment welcomed by CCA
Producer driven levy-payer research delivering real benefits back to the farm gate has been welcomed by Cattle Council of Australia....
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Grass fed beef producers take control of destiny and profitability
When analysis revealed an average return on assets over 25 years of just one per cent, grass fed beef producers...
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CCA backs Queensland call for improved northern beef roads
With transport costs amounting to 40 per cent of the market price for beef producers, Cattle Council of Australia has...
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Beef boss praises bullish CCA for being back in the black
Victorian grass and grain finisher Andrew Ogilvie takes pleasure in seeing a “bullish’’ Cattle Council of Australia, underpinned by a...
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Enhanced transparency for producers with MLA performance review
Grass fed beef producers are set to benefit from greater accountability and transparency with Meat & Livestock Australia’s performance review,...
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Key decision makers given first hand look at red meat supply chain
Some of the nation’s key decision makers were given an inside look at the red meat supply chain during Cattle...
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Move to value chain thinking a step closer with funding boost
A $4.8 million funding injection to fast track value based payment systems and meat eating quality measurements has been welcomed...
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Red meat supply chain decision makers to be hosted by CCA
Red meat supply chain decision-makers will be hosted by the Cattle Council of Australia next week for the annual Rural...
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Cattle Council welcomes ACCC market study
The announcement by Australian Competition and Consumer Commission that it will commence a market study into the cattle and beef...
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Cattle Council calls for quick action on transport industry orders
New road safety renumeration orders set to impact on the livelihoods of the nation’s livestock transport operators have been opposed...
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Grass fed beef industry leaders to sharpen governance skills
Grass fed beef producers from around the nation will sharpen their leadership skills thanks to a corporate government course sponsored...
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CCA welcomes reforms to misuse of market powers in supply chain
Reforms to protect beef producers against anti-competitive behaviour in the market place have been welcomed by the Cattle Council of...
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Cattle Council welcomes northern beef road investment
A $10 million solution to long-running transport issues in the beef capital of Rockhampton has been welcomed by the Cattle...
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Industry vote on Cattle Industry Representation flagged for 2016
An industry vote on proposed funding models to ensure the future of the grass-fed cattle peak industry body has been...
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CCA closer to direct membership with levy expenditure legislation
A move towards a direct membership model for Cattle Council of Australia is a step closer after today’s announcement of...
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Appointment of Agriculture Commissioner Positive Step for ACCC
Cattle Council welcomes the appointment of the new agriculture commissioner to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission. The appointment made...
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Call for Calm and Longer Term Vision on Supply Chain Intervention
Cattle Council is calling for calm and a focus on the long-term vision for the Australian beef industry, following calls...
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Robust plan to take Australian grass fed beef industry to new level
A robust plan aimed at repositioning the nation’s beef industry for long-term profitability has been released by Cattle Council of...
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Game changing partnership for beef industry welcomed by CCA
The prospect of a high quality market access deal on beef with the signing of the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP)...
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Beef Producers welcome TPP signing
The signing of the landmark Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) in Auckland today, represents a step closer to realizing new beef...
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White paper reveals beef language reforms
The prospect of a reformed beef trading language, with the potential to send clear market signals along the supply chain,...
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Directors course fine-tunes business skills
Beef producers wanting enhanced business skills or the confidence to step into director roles can undertake a corporate governance course...
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Industry determined to develop leadership in the Grassfed Beef Industry
Cattle Council of Australia, in conjunction with Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), are providing the opportunity for fifteen grassfed beef...
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Cattle Council Independent Director joins Minister for North Asia Tour
Cattle Council of Australia’s (CCA) independent Director, Marc Greening was invited to attend a five-day North Asia tour with The...
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Cattle Council welcomes new appointed Board members
The Cattle Council of Australia would like to welcome the newly appointed Board members to the CCA Board of Directors,...
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Beef Producer Alliance Expands
MEDIA RELEASE Beef Producer Alliance Expands Beef producers meeting in Mazatlan, Mexico (22-23 October 2015) unanimously agreed on expansion of...
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Cattle Council congratulate the bipartisan support for the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement
Cattle Council of Australia would like to congratulate the bipartisan support received from the Australian Government on the ratification of...
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Cattle Council of Australia attend the 2015 Five Nations Beef Alliance Annual Conference
Cattle Council have travelled to Mexico to attend the 2015 Five Nations Beef Alliance (FNBA) Annual conference. Throughout the 5...
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Beef Industry Strategic Plan 2020 – Producers demand greater profitability & leadership – Discussion paper 4 and 5 released.
Cattle Council have released the final Discussion papers – Pillar 4 and 5 of the Beef Industry Strategic Plan 2020,...
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TPP – a game changer for new market opportunities and reductions in trade barriers
Cattle Council of Australia welcomes the conclusion of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations which upon entry into force will significantly...
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Beef Industry Strategic Plan 2020 – No time wasted Discussion paper 3 released
Cattle Council of Australia has wasted no time in providing the third Discussion paper of the Beef Industry Strategic Plan...
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Cattle Council’s Annual General Meeting Date Announced
The Cattle Council's Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at 8am on Monday 9th November 2015 at the Mercure...
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Meat Industry Strategic Plan 2020 Launched
The Cattle Council of Australia welcomes the launch of the Meat Industry Strategic Plan, MISP 2020, which comes at a...
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Cattle Council backs China-Australia FTA campaign
Cattle Council is voicing its support for the national campaign by the National Farmers’ Federation, the Minerals Council and the...
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Young Producer announced as the 2015 Nab Agribusiness Rising Champion
The 2015 NAB Agribusiness Rising Champion has been announced at the Cattle Council Gala Dinner at The National Press Club...
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RISING CHAMPIONS CONVERGE ON CANBERRA
Cattle Council of Australia’s seven state finalists have travelled to Canberra to take part in this year’s Nab Agribusiness Rising...
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Grass-fed Beef Industry Moves Towards New Region Based Structure
Representatives of Cattle Council of Australia, the Australian Beef Association, the Northern Pastoral Group, Australian Meat Producers Group, the Concerned...
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Countdown to Cattle Council NAB Agribusiness Rising Champions Finals
Seven young Australian beef industry representatives will travel to Canberra next week to participate in the Cattle Council’s NAB Agribusiness...
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China ChAFTA Agreement to provide great things for Australia
The finalisation of the ChAFTA is a step in the right direction for the Australian beef industry and Australia in...
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TPP must deliver say Beef Producers
Beef producers from five Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) member countries are calling for a high-quality market access deal on beef to...
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GRASSFED PRODUCERS HAVE INCREASED MARKET OPPORTUNITY WITH CHINA PROTOCOL
Cattle Council of Australia welcomes the signing of the cattle health protocol with China today demonstrating ample opportunity for Australian...
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NAB Agribusiness Rising Champion Finalists chosen for 2015
The Nab Agribusiness Rising Beef Champion finalists have been chosen for the upcoming state finals held between the 16th &...
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White Paper benefits for Beef Producers Revealed
The $4 Billion Agricultural Competitiveness Whitepaper has been commended by the Cattle Council of Australia as a positive initiative which...
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Cattle Council urges producers to provide information
After welcoming the Senate inquiry into the effect of market consolidation on the red meat processing sector in early April,...
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Australia and China ChAFTA Agreement Finalised
Cattle Council congratulate the Australian Government on today’s signing and finalising of the Free Trade Agreement Australia and China. The...
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2015 NAB Agribusiness Rising Champion Initiative Applications Open
Cattle Council of Australia is seeking young beef producers and industry representatives across the country to apply for the 2015...
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Cattle Council Welcomes Federal Budget Measures
The Cattle Council of Australia has welcomed the announcement of positive measures for Cattle producers in this week’s Federal Budget...
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Opinion: AgForce to host renowned international speaker to foster ag industry advocacy at Beef 2015
As released by AgForce Queensland By Bim Struss, AgForce Cattle President MORE than ever agriculture must continually defend its right...
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PCAS Delivering $4 million of premiums for Producers
The growing consumer demand for grassfed beef is resulting in increased economic returns for certified PCAS producers. Teys Australia, who...
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Negotiators urged to secure high quality TPP deal
MEDIA RELEASE 27th April 2015 Five Nations Beef Alliance Representatives from the Five Nations Beef Alliance (FNBA) are in Maryland...
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Recognition for Grassfed Beef Promotion
Australia’s ability to produce high quality, grassfed beef is one of the unique aspects of the industry that will be...
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Cattle Council Welcomes Senate Inquiry into Red Meat Processing
Cattle Council welcome's yesterdays decision by the Senate to refer to the Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport (RAT) References...
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Japanese students get a taste of Aussie farm life
Five Japanese students, from areas affected by the March 2011 earthquake, subsequent tsunami and nu-clear power-station accidents, are this week...
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Consensus on beef industry structure
Representatives of the Australian beef industry have today met with Minister Joyce to put forward their recommendation for future beef...
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Beef Industry Strategic Plan 2020 – Discussion paper 2 released for comments
Australian grassfed beef producers with an interest in influencing how their marketing levy will be spent over the next five...
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Seeking producer input for future of beef language
Cattle Council has made it's draft submission to the Beef Language White Paper review process available for comment ahead of...
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ESCAS report shows improved welfare for Australian livestock
Cattle Council welcomes the release of the Government’s report into the Exporter Supply Chain Assurance System (ESCAS) which reported that...
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Time for Industry to take control of its destiny
20 months after Minister Joyce announced there would be a Senate Inquiry into the collection and disbursement of levies in...
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Beefed up Japan access a win for Aussie farmers
The Cattle Council of Australia today said that the announcement of entry into force of the Japan-Australia Economic Partnership Agreement...
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Thai-riffic opportunity for cattle producers
The Australian cattle industry applauds the government's announcement of an agreed health protocol for Australian feeder and slaughter cattle with...
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Influence the future of Beef Language
Cattle Council is calling for beef producers to air their concerns about the language used to describe Australian beef. David...
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2014 ratification a win for Aussie Producers
The announcement of the 12 December 2014 ratification of the Korea-Australia Free Trade Agreement (KAFTA) is a significant win for...
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Wins for Beef in China deal
Significant flow through opportunities for Australian beef producers exist with the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA), signed by Chinese President,...
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CQ Producer elected Cattle Council President
The Cattle Council of Australia board have today elected Howard Smith as President. Howard takes over the role from...
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CCA AGM Elects Two Independent Directors
The Cattle Council of Australia today held it’s first AGM since the introduction of it’s new Constitution in January 2014...
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Trade Liberalisation talks in Texas
Representatives of the Cattle Council of Australia travelled to Texas, USA, as part of the annual Five Nations Beef Alliance...
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Cattle Council welcomes Independent Board Members
For the first time since opening to direct membership in January 2014, Cattle Council of Australia members will have the...
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Beefed up producer forum in Armidale
The future of beef production and marketing in NSW will headline a special forum to be held in Armidale on...
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MLA Resolutions don’t go far enough for Grassfed beef producers
Cattle Council believes the resolutions released by MLA yesterday could provide improve ments for grassfed beef producers, but they do...
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Red meat industry makes long-term commitment to Chinese market
The opening of a Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) regional office in Beijing today emphasises the Australian red meat industry’s...
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Industry committed to animal welfare, not red tape
Cattle and sheep producers have welcomed today’s announcement by the Minister for Agriculture, the Hon Barnaby Joyce MP, to improve...
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Cattle Council intends to engage Minister Joyce on Senate Report Recommendations
As the peak industry body for all grassfed beef producers Cattle Council will now engage directly with Minister Joyce and...
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CCA welcomes removal of EU tail tag requirement
Cattle Council of Australia (CCA) has welcomed moves from the European Union Cattle Accreditation System (EUCAS) to remove the requirement...
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Cattle Council reinforces recommendations
The board of the Cattle Council of Australia (CCA) calls on the adoption of the CCA recommendations put to Senate...
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Central Queensland producer 2014 Beef Industry Rising Champion
The 2014 NAB Agribusiness Beef Industry Rising Champion was announced at the Cattle Council Gala Dinner at Old Parliament House...
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Young beef producers head to Canberra
Seven young beef producers will travel to Canberra next week to participate in Cattle Council’s NAB Agribusiness Beef Industry Rising...
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Cattle Council welcomes taskforce
The Cattle Council of Australia welcomes the creation of a new task force to develop a framework to promote the...
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Along the South Australian beef supply chain – beef producer forum
KEY elements of the South Australian beef industry supply chain will be showcased at a Beef Producer Forum in Hahndorf...
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‘Beefy’ opportunity
The Cattle Council of Australia is welcoming applications from young Australian beef producers to participate in the fifth ‘NAB Agribusiness...
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Further progress on KAFTA promising for Aussie Beef
Australian beef producers are again buoyed by the prospect of greater export market opportunities for Australian beef due to further...
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Long awaited AJFTA concluded
The Cattle Council of Australia welcomes the finalisation of the Australian/Japan Free Trade Agreement (AJFTA) and reduction of beef tariffs...
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Retailer demand drives greater premiums
Just under a year after the launch of the Cattle Council of Australia's Pasturefed Cattle Assurance System (PCAS) a major...
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CCA joins industry delegation to Japan
Cattle Council of Australia President, Andrew Ogilvie, and CEO, Jed Matz, are currently in Japan as part of a beef...
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Sustainability Principles & Criteria available for public comment
The Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef has released its draft Principles and Criteria for Global Sustainable Beef for public comment....
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Producers must engage to define beef sustainability
The Cattle Council of Australia is urging producers to engage with the draft Principles and Criteria for Sustainable Beef when...
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