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THEY say you should not mix business with pleasure – but nobody told Henry Bartosiewicz that. He has spent two decades planting, developing and challenging Australian consumers to love his produce – because, to him, they are the perfect fruit. “We are growing the most nutritionally dense fruit on the planet,� he enthuses. “They are nature at her o QHVW q WKH EOXHEHUU\ RI WKH future.� Henry is talking about the kiwiberry, a grape sized version of the more commonly known kiwi fruit – but with RQH GHo QLQJ GLIIHUHQFH “If you could take the normal kiwi, and re-design it, I think most people would o UVWO\ WDNH DZD\ WKH IX]]\ hair on the outside, then

maybe up the sugar content, introduce more tantalising p DYRXUV DGG FRORXU WR WKH VNLQ DQG p HVK JLYH DGGHG nutrition and make them fun size,� Henry said. “That’s exactly what a kiwiberry is – a bite sized fruit ready to eat, the same as any other berry.� Kiwiberries originated in the sub-arctic circle, and are now most commonly produced in New Zealand, Europe and USA. Henry and his family own the only commercial kiwiberry farm in Australia. A researcher at heart, Henry looked long and hard before settling on his crop of choice; dismissing both native Australian bush foods and red dragon fruit before settling on the kiwiberry.

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Final Sheep CRC conference

THE sheep industry has one last chance to tap into the minds of the Sheep CRC’s research team - the organisation closes its doors this June. The Cooperative Research Centre for Sheep Industry Innovation (Sheep CRC) was established in 2001, and after two extensions to its research agenda by the Commonwealth in 2007 and 2014, its final suite of projects will come to an end in mid this year. As part of its activities to ensure ongoing impact from its research programs, the Sheep CRC will host a final conference in Dubbo on March 19 and 20. “After 18 years, the conference marks the final public event of the Sheep CRC before it ceases operations,� chief executive of-

ficer James Rowe said. “I urge producers and industry participants not to miss this opportunity to celebrate the innovation, impact and transformational technologies the Sheep CRC has delivered with its collaborators and industry supporters.� The conference will feature presentations on the full gamut of major research and development activities that have taken place since 2001, and will include talks from researchers, producers and industry leaders, as well as a trade display with hands-on support to assist in adopting new and innovative tools to improve sheep businesses. “Taking a longer term perspective will provide important insights on the transformation

that we have all been part of and the implications for future development of this forward looking industry,� Prof Rowe said. The conference is being planned in conjunction with the Sheep Genetics Leading Breeder Forum, which will immediately follow the event on March 20 and 21. This event is separate to the Sheep CRC final conference, but is also being held at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre, making it a great opportunity to participate in backto-back learning experiences. Conference registration is $100 - plus GST - and includes catering. Program information and registration is available at www. sheepcrc.org.au.

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NEWS IN BRIEF z Farm equipment stolen MORE than $100,000 has been stolen from a farm out of Ballarat, at Buninyong. The theft occurred late November when Charlie Groves returned home to find a stock trailer, motorbikes, fishing gear and even a spa had all been taken. If anyone has any information regarding this incident, they are urged to call Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000. z Fruit processor for sale SPC Ardmona is officially for sale after Coca-Cola Amatil announced plans to part ways with Shepparton’s fruit processor. CocaCola Amatil claims to have invested up to $250 million in the company since it purchased the business in 2004. z Rice mills to downsize SUNRICE has announced plans to downsize their Deniliquin and Leeton rice mills. The company has said the move is due to limited - and high priced - water supplies. Although it is unsure how many jobs will be lost, changes will be made by this July. z Black Saturday risk levels THE Victorian bushfire risk is now at levels the same as those seen on Black Saturday. The area that is most affected covers from Kilmore to Morwell. z Garlic crop disappears AN entire garlic crop, planted at Cockatoo, has been brazenly stolen by thieves. The entire crop was lifted from the ground, worth an estimated $15,000. It is estimated 400 kilos were stolen.

LABOUR OF LOVE: Henry Bartosiewicz hopes to expand his kiwiberry farm, currently run across 23 acres at Gembrook, to eventually have an annual production of 30 tonnes.

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“I compared all the characteristics, I did a lot of research,� Henry said. “I looked at the likelihood of consumer acceptance, the climatic needs of the crops, orchard management, the water usage etc – I wanted it to be good for your health.� What Henry could not have foreseen was the slow uptake by the Australian market. To date, even 20 years on IURP WKH o UVW SODQWLQJ WKDW KDV been the biggest hurdle. “People have just never heard of them – they think we are selling olives, not berries,� Henry said. “It has been extremely slow to overcome public perception.� To combat this, Henry hit the road – travelling to fruit markets across Melbourne, spruiking his produce. “We realised immediately that very few people knew, so we started selling where we could talk to customers. “We needed them to taste it, because then they would love it

and buy it and I never heard so many OMGs.� Now, Henry has contracts with Coles, Costco, Woolworths and also supplies to the berry wholesale group YV Fresh – with 125 gram punnets retailing at a similar price point to blueberries. And although the market grows each year, it is an ongoing challenge. Luckily for Henry, challenges are something he likes to face head on. “I believe in the product, I EHOLHYH LQ WKHLU EHQHo W q ZKLFK is good, because it’s not been easy,� he said. From an initial planting of around 50 imported cuttings, Henry now has more than 1000 vines under production across 23 acres at Gembrook, in the Dandenong Ranges. Taking up to seven years to reach maximum production, each vine is capable of fruiting 25-30 kilos - but not without sucking up considerable moisWXUH o UVW “They use a lot of water, anyone thinking of growing them

FARM SNAPSHOT What: Kiwiberry Australia. Where: Gembrook, Dandenong Ranges. Land: Dense red soil. Average rainfall: Upwards of 1000ml. Product: Kiwiberries, a grape like berry similar to kiwi fruit. Production: Up to 30 kilos per vine, over 1000 vines under production.

LITTLE BURST OF SUNSHINE: Kiwiberries are bite sized versions of the kiwi fruit, without the fuzzy skin.

should know that,� Henry said. “Up to 200 litres - they aren’t designed for Australian conditions, so we have to take steps to help them through the summer, developing new strains and importing new cultivars.� Water isn’t an issue for Henry, who has two stream fed dams on his property.

The sun, however, is a little harder to manage. “We have learnt a lot over the years,� he said. “Having the right plant varieties, and with improved canopy management practices, the berries can be somewhat protected during hot summer days.�

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Harvested mid to late February, different strains of kiwiberry mature at different times – all up, including the month long cool-room life, Henry has a crop for sale for around 12 weeks each year. “It is very intensive, getting the fruit to the consumer – every berry is hand-picked, processed and packaged on the farm,� he said. Still working part time offfarm, there is no doubt Henry has embarked on a labour of love. He has hopes of expanding his business to an annual production of 30 tonnes. Most importantly, he wants to see the Australian population realise what’s on offer. “Kiwiberries are amazing; a 100g serving of kiwiberries has 20 times more vitamin C than apples – and twice as much vitamin E as an avocado,� he said. “They are also the richest dietary source of vitamin B8. “Furthermore, kiwiberries are rated as one of the healthiest foods in the world.�

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Value of crops to fall while livestock and livestock products forecast to rise

THE gross value of Australian farm production is forecast to decrease by three per cent to $58 billion in 2018–19, six per cent lower than the record production in 2016–17 but still above the 10-year average of $56 billion. 7KH o JXUHV UHOHDVHG IURP WKH Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES), paint a SLFWXUH WKDW LV QRW DV GLUH DV o UVW thought. ABARES executive director, 'U 6WHYH +DWo HOG 'RGGV VDLG that while drought was forecast to affect the production of

ern Australia and higher prices for broadacre crops are keeping the value of production from falling further. “A lower Australian dollar will also help. “On the other hand, the value of livestock and livestock products is forecast to increase by two per cent to almost $30 billion - droughts tend to increase meat production, but high prices for lamb and wool are also forecast to support the value of production.� 'U +DWo HOG 'RGGV VDLG WKH KLJK FRVW RI IHHG ZDV D VLJQLo cant challenge for producers

some commodities — especially crops - increases in farmgate prices and strong production in Western Australia were providing a buffer to the national outlook. “The annual value of crop production is forecast to decline by seven per cent to $29 billion in 2018–19, driven by a 23 per cent fall in winter crop production nationally, as a result of the drought in cropping regions in New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria,� Dr +DWo HOG 'RGGV VDLG “Forecasts for an above average winter crop harvest in West-

in drought affected regions, resulting in higher than average cattle turn-off across eastern Australia. “In 2018–19 export earnings for agricultural commodities are forecast to decline by seven per cent to $45 billion,� he said. “This is largely the result of lower production due to poor seasonal conditions and increased domestic consumption of coarse grains and wheat for feed.� See the full December Agricultural Commodities Report at agriculture.gov.au/ag-commodities-report.

Fast Facts: z The gross value of Australian farm production is forecast to decrease three per cent to $58 billion in 2018–19, six per cent lower than the record in 2016–17 but above the 10-year average of $56 billion. z In 2018–19, export earnings for agricultural commodities are forecast to decline by seven per cent to $46 billion. z The value of crop production is forecast to decline by seven per cent to $29 billion, driven by substantially lower production of crops, including cotton, wheat, canola and chickpeas. z The value of livestock and livestock products are forecast to increase two per cent to $30 billion. Higher cattle and sheep turn-off and strong prices for lamb and wool are forecast to support the value of production.

New Dairy Australia directors DAIRY Australia have elected three new board members, James Mann, David Lord and Roseanne Healy, each filling the director vacancies. After fulfilling an initial term on the board of Dairy Australia, James Mann has been re-elected as a director to fill the milk producer position on a three-year term. James has more than 30 years’ experience in the dairy industry, having been instrumental in developing one of Australia’s leading dairy businesses, Donovan’s Dairying. David Lord has been elected to fill the three-year term director role with a dairy processing background, for his extensive experience in fast-moving con-

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Trials look at paddock pH variances TRIAL sites throughout Southern Victoria – and other high rainfall zones - are helping arm growers with information on how much soil pH can vary within a paddock; and the SRWHQWLDO EHQHo WV RI WDUJHWLQJ acidic patches by applying lime at variable rates. The ‘Spatial variability of soil acidity and response to liming in cropped lands of the Victorian HRZ’ project, a GRDC investment made in conjunction with Agriculture Victoria, is investigating WKH QHW EHQHo WV RI DSSO\LQJ variable lime rates when the costs and returns vary. Soil acidity is a major soil limitation in many cropping soils of the HRZ, with many growers liming the whole paddock with one blanket rate to treat surface acidity. However, growers are looking for a more economical way to do this. Agriculture Victoria soil scientist Doug Crawford says the raw data available to growers on how variable soil pH can be is limited. “There is information available from previous research about lime application responses, how to test pH and the movement of lime through soils, but not a lot on within-paddock variability of pH,� he said. The project is testing 10

TRIALS UNDER WAY: Acidity is a major limitation in many cropping soils in high rainfall zones across Victoria, with many growers liming the whole paddock with one blanket rate to treat surface acidity to try to overcome the constraint. PHOTO: Doug Crawford

paddocks from different highrainfall areas of Victoria, including the North East, Gippsland and Western Districts. In each paddock, 100 soil cores have been taken in a grid pattern down to 30 centimetres, which have then been cut into 10cm and the pH analysed in each 10cm increment. Mr Crawford said they have seen a considerable range in soil pH values across the paddocks sampled so far. “The most acidic paddock we have sampled was also the least variable, but in the less-acidic paddocks, which had more variation, there

were patches which were strongly acidic,� he said. “In addition to the soil sampling we are also using EM38, EM31 and GIS mapping to help us better determine the pH values between sample points. “We are also using satellite imagery to examine the variation in biomass across the crops and analysing grain yield data so we can map out soil pH and how it relates to crop growth. “This will help us get a better handle on the economic effects of variablerate liming.

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“In that economic analysis we also consider the extra cost of getting pH mapped and consider the extra savings from not liming the parts of the paddock that don’t need it.� The project will conclude next year. It aims to reduce the uncertainty in lime decisionmaking in the HRZ and enable growers to better manage ULVNV ERWK WR IDUP SURo WDELO ity and to soil health from RQJRLQJ DFLGLo FDWLRQ This story is reprinted from GRDC GroundCover, issue 137.

Southern Farmer livestock writer passes away

DAVID Rizzoli, well known contributing livestock writer to The Southern Farmer, recently passed away peacefully at the Ballarat Rehabilitation Hospital. David commenced contributions to Southern Farmer as a Victorian DPI officer after it was launched in 1986, and later became the paper’s feature livestock and breeds reporter. He was respected by the industry and readers for his livestock knowledge, enthusiasm for the breeds and shows, and for the stories and photos that he faithfully contributed. David was born in Sale and educated at Ballarat College and Longerenong Agricultural College. He graduated with a Diploma of Agriculture (Hons), L.A.C in 1954, and after jackerooing at Rokewood Victoria, became a research scientist with the Department of Agriculture at the State Research Farm, Werribee, into reproductive problems of sheep and cattle, contributing papers to Australian and international scientific journals. After working with Dalgety’s, David became an extension officer (Grazing Industries), Department of Agriculture, Victoria at Geelong in 1978, specialising in the husbandry, management and economics of the grazing industries in Victoria. He was a strong writer and contributed articles to newspapers and journals, including the Geelong Advertiser, Bellarine Echo, Colac Herald, Southern Farmer, Weekly Times, Stock and Land, also national journals including The Land and in-house publications for

Dalgety Farmers. In 1989 he established David Rizzoli and Associates farm management consultants at Werribee, consulting to farmers in southern Victoria on soil contamination testing and advisory service, and specialising on grazing industries and pasture management. The consultancy also acted as farm managers for absentee owners, and organised seminars, workshops, field days and shows. David participated in a range of social and community activities including membership of the Werribee Sports Club, Werribee Football Club, Werribee Cricket Club; he was a foundation committee member of the Red Cross Murray River Marathon, which he chaired and later was elected a life member. Other community activities included inaugural chairman of Werribee Amateur Athletic Club, inaugural chairman Werribee Centre Victorian Little Athletics Association, chairman Werribee District Red Cross Appeals Committee, member Red Cross (Victoria) Central Citizens Appeals Committee, Werribee Theatre Company and Debators Association of Victoria as a speaker and adjudicator. David recently asked to be remembered to the Southern Farmer team and its readers and we extend our sympathy to David’s family and deep appreciation for his valued editorial contributions over 30 years. David is survived by his wife Wendell, six sons and four grandchildren.

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January 2019

Nicole is new ginger industry leader

BY DR MARTIN AULDIST

Senior Research Scientist, Agriculture Victoria, Ellinbank

OLD AND NEW: Nicole Christodoulou has been appointed as the new Ginger Advisory Panel chair. She is pictured with outgoing chair, Shane Templeton.

the industry,� Shane said. “She is a natural leader and brings a youthful energy to the team, which we hope will inspire others.� A particular focus for Nicole is encouraging more young people into the in-

dustry, and she believes opportunities with technology is the carrot needed to get the next generation on board. “There are so many exciting opportunities to introduce technology into the

ginger industry, we hope that through greater promotion of research and development we can bring these ideas to the table and drive practice change on farm and in our processing facilities,� Nicole said.

THIS month, we take a look at some of those who work tirelessly behind the scenes at the Ellinbank Research Centre. 5HVHDUFKHU 3URo OH 0HD ghan Douglas. -RE WLWOH 5HVHDUFK 6FLHQWLVW with Agriculture Victoria. How long have you worked DW (OOLQEDQN )RXU \HDUV 4XDOLo FDWLRQV %DFKHORU RI Science (Honours). :KHUH VWXGLHG 7KH 8QL YHUVLW\ RI 0HOERXUQH &XUUHQW o HOG RI UHVHDUFK Dairy cow nutrition. I am two years into a PhD investigating the nutritive and rumenal degradation characteristics of perennial ryegrass pasture throughout the year, in order to formulate optimal supplementary grain rations for grazing dairy cows. I am also working on a project investigating how different supplementary JUDLQ UDWLRQV GXULQJ WKH o UVW 100 days of lactation can LQp XHQFH PLON \LHOG RYHU WKH remainder of the lactation. %HVW WKLQJ V DERXW EHLQJ D VFLHQWLVW , ORYH ZRUNLQJ ZLWK cows, so during experiments

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NICOLE Christodoulou has been appointed as the QHZ $JUL)XWXUHV *LQJHU Program Advisory Panel chair. Nicole comes from Carter & Spencer, one of Australia’s foremost ginger and citrus farms – 100 per cent Australian owned and under third generation management. 8QGHU 1LFROH V OHDGHU VKLS WKH $JUL)XWXUHV *LQ ger Program Advisory Panel will continue to focus on, among other things, calling for research proposals focused on driving on-farm productivity through innovative technology. 1LFROH MRLQHG WKH $JUL)X tures Ginger Program Advisory Panel in 2017. Outgoing Advisory Panel chair, Shane Templeton of Templeton’s Ginger, said Nicole’s contribution to the Advisory Panel since her appointment was noted, particularly her steely focus on ensuring research and development investment decisions were aligned with the industry five year plan. “Nicole is a respected member of the Advisory Panel and stepping into the role of chair is a wonderful opportunity to make her mark on

Meaghan working tirelessly behind the scenes at Ellinbank

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BEEFWEEK 2019

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SATURDAY 26TH JANUARY TO SUNDAY 3RD FEBRUARY

Welcome to Beef Week 2019

AERIAL VIEW: An aerial view of the sale complex at Alpine Angus.

Alpine Angus to miss Beef Week

ALPINE Angus will bypass this year’s Beef Week – initially scheduled for Saturday, January 26 - due to its clashing with Australia Day and the sigQLo FDQW QXPEHU RI FRPPXQLW\ events that fall on this day. Instead, Alpine Angus is focused on presenting a Beef Industry Update for Beef Producers on Wednesday, February 13 at the Alpine Sales &RPSOH[ ORFDWHG DW Happy Valley Highway, Rosewhite. The Alpine Field Day will

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IT’S on again. Each year, hundreds of studs from across the lower half of Australia open their gates; to talk about birth rates, seed stock, muscle gains, genetics and everything in between. From New South Wales to South Australia, there are breeds for every need – Belgian Blues for those chasing something a bit different, Simmentals and Charolais for the hybrid vigour fan – and of course, plenty of Angus and Hereford operations. In what has evolved to become a week on the social calendar, Beef Week is more than just for studs – it is a chance for farmer to connect; not just with the future of the breeding plans, but also with each other. Check out the studs over the following pages, and make sure you visit some of the best on offer during Beef Week 2019.

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BEEFWEEK 2019 High Spa – where bulls must look their figures BRIAN and Wayne Mobbs of High Spa Angus in Daylesford are hoping that 2019 is a kinder year to all with weather and market conditions. Despite the season, Brian said it was pleasing to welcome many new faces to the stud open day in 2018, along with return clients. High Spa will again hold an open day as part of Beef Week, this time on Sunday, January 27. High Spa’s focus will be on bulls, and they ensure their display allows for ease of inspection. Bulls for maiden heifers are always keenly sought after for May/ June joining along with bigger growth bulls for established cow herds. There will be plenty of both available at High Spa. Visitors are invited to pick their bull out “on paper� by examining background pedigree and EBVs on High Spa’s regularly updated website www.highspa.com.au. The mantra at High Spa is that a EXOO PXVW kORRNy KLV o JXUHV They currently have an elite young bull in the Angus Sire Benchmarking Program (ASBP), High Spa M8 (a Sydgen Trust son) to assess how he performs with the additional data created from being used in the program. It has been interesting to note

LOOKING GOOD: High Spa bulls must look as good as their EBV figures promise. Pictured is Brian Mobbs with an example of a High Spa bull – watched enviously by the neighbours’ Herefords, who wonder how he got so big so fast.

what Brian and Wayne always considered from his appearance on farm as a yearling and from his raw 200 day weight and high weight raWLR IRU DJH o JXUH FRPSDUHG WR SHHUV that he is a higher growth and carcase weight bull than his earlier EBVs indicated. +LV UHFHQW WUHQGLQJ LV VLJQLo FDQW ly higher in all growth (than earlier) at 200, 400 and 600 days, carcase weight and Angus Selection $Breeding Values. His birth weight has also moved up closer to the breed average, with

the higher growth trend. There may be one or two yearling M8 sons available at the 2019 open day, along with bulls from Hoover Dam, L T Drifter, Reserve and also Trust and some High Spa paddock sires that are throwing male progeny every bit as powerful and stylish as those descended from more renowned sires. High Spa thanks Boehringer Ingelheim (Eclipse & Eprinex) for providing a gate prize of Eprinex to one lucky visitor who walks through the gate on the day.

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115 herd improving sires to sell at Mandayen

MANDAYEN Limousin and Angus stud is operated by the Gommers family at Murray Bridge and Keith in South Australia. Established in 1995, the stud has the largest breeding herd in Australia, annually calving down over 300 performance recorded, registered Limousin females, 150 registered Angus and a recipient herd of 150 Angus Limflex cows. This year, on February, 13, the stud will hold a sale, with 52 Angus bulls and 63 Limousin sires to be offered. The action begins at 1.30pm, with the Limousins first to go under the hammer. The Mandayen Limousin sale offering has an emphasis on soundness, muscle, softness and docility. Sires include the $29,000 homebred sire King, whose sons display impressive growth, muscle and butt shape - they will appeal to most producers using Limousins. Other sires include B Bar Cognac and the homebred sires Jackaroo and Kong. Following the Limousin sale, the action will continue with the Angus stud line up to be offered immediately after at 2.30pm. Because of their investment in Millah Murray genetics, Mandayen are positioned to offer a slightly different Angus, mainly sired by Pathfinder Genesis, Coonamble Hector, Ascot Hallmark and the Millah Murrah sires Kingdom, Klooney and Loch Up. The bulls on sale are thick, functional cattle with eye appeal that combine growth and carcase with superb type. They have been parent verified to ensure bloodlines, and genomic tested to increase the accuracy of EBVs.

Bulls will be vaccinated, semen tested and tested for pestivirus, with delivery free in SA and Victoria. Mandayen are a stud operation with a commercial focus – running their female herd, each of which must produce a calf each year, on 6000 acres just north of Keith on predominately lucerne and veldt grass pastures. Aiming to produce seedstock that will improve both the productivity and sustainability of any cow herd, the team at Mandayen are always looking to identify cattle with the genetic potential to improve the bottom line profitability of their clients’ beef businesses. Mandayen produces apricot, red and black polled Limousins with outstanding docility and structural correctness. They combine natural softness with thickness, muscle definition and high yielding capabilities. In the search for top Limousin genetics, Mandayen imported the homozygous polled Canadian B Bar Cognac. Holding exclusive Australian rights on the bull, his first progeny were sold last year - powerful, muscular cattle with good structural soundness, added scrotal development and a fantastic Limousin type. In the Angus herd, Mandayen offers maternal genetics from the well-known Millah Murrah Angus herd. Sire lines include the proven calving ease sire EF Complement, Matauri Reality and the growth and powerful phenotype bulls Millah Murrah Kingdom and Highlander of Stern. All stock to be offered for sale is able to be viewed during Beef Week, 2019. For more information, go to www. mandayen.com.au.

Annual Bull Sale

Wayne Bott

Territory Manager, Victoria

0429 220 125

Bruce McGauchie

13th February 2019 ‹ 1:30pm

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50 LIMOUSIN BULLS

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cattle

BEEF WEEK 2019: Pelican Rise Limousins is run by Chris and Marilyn Meade, and is based at Colac. Pelican Rise will be open on February 2.

Fly higher with Pelican Rise Limousins British breeds, Pelican Rise produces bulls for both commercial and stud operations. “For commercial breeders we are targeting early maturing bulls that will assist in producing vealers at their best in the 8 – 14 month age group,” Chris said. “Almost all of our bulls are either heterozygous polled, or homozygous polled in keeping with the market - which is to have no horns on cattle going to market or to be processed. “The other important focus is for soft easy doing animals that can lay on some fat and provide decent eye muscle.” To achieve animals that boast quick maturation rates, quiet natures and a deep body structure, Pelican Rise annually purchase genetics not only from Australia, but

also Canada and America. “We have produced some high performance bulls in the last few years – with genetics that we are really proud of,” Chris said. “With the good season, the bulls continue to develop and put on weight – traits which they will pass on.” During the 2019 Beef Week, Pelican Rise will also have a small number of quality heifers for sale. “These heifers are also heterozygous polled or homozygous polled and will be DNA tested prior,” Chris said. “They represent a great opportunity for any stud breeding herd.” Pelican Rise will be open as part of Beef Week on February 2, and other times by appointment.

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CHRIS and Marilyn Meade have spent the last decade developing a Limousin herd that they believe meets the market demand for Limousin cattle. Based out of Colac, Pelican Rise Limousins provide a range of stud bulls that offer early maturing with good fat coverage traits and inherited docility. Although he has always lived in the area, Chris decided to start Pelican Rise to satisfy a long held desire to be in the seed-stock industry. “Every breed has something to offer, but I have always believed there is a lot going for Limousins; they are great for boosting size and growth,” he said. Perhaps most well known for their hybrid vigour over

We will have thirteen, 2017 Autumn and Spring born bulls plus a small number of stud potential heifers available For an appointment call Chris on 0418 520 574 or visit on our Beef Week day.

Marschay Shorthorns

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SALE PERFORMANCE RECORDED WORKING AGE AND YEARLING BULLS FROM TOP SIRES

Sunday January 27th (Day 2)

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Phone Brian or Wayne (03) 5348 2357

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Further enquiries David: 0407 086 268 Scott: 0418 301 864 1569 Ballarat Dayleford Rd, Dean Victoria dcmckay@iinet.net.au

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BEEFWEEK 2019 and show cattle

ALL IN THE GENETICS: Heatherington Park will offer an exclusive line of cows at their female stud reduction sale. Pictured is a cow with a heifer calf by Brigadier G.101.

BIG AND PROUD OF IT: The quality found at Heatherington Park is second to none. Pictured is a typical example of the body structure and type found in the bulls to be offered at the stud’s upcoming sale.

Heatherington Park female stud reduction sale

ESTABLISHED in 1991, it has been almost 30 years since Heatherington Park Poll HerHIRUGV o UVW PDGH WKHLU PDUN RQ the breeding scene. Using foundation females from Wolbull, Margfred Park and Polaris studs – to name a few – Heatherington Park made an impression early for quality animals. This year, a special line up of animals will be offered due to a scale-back of the breeding property. )RU WKH o UVW WLPH FRZV

PTIC to the renowned Brigadier G.101 will be offered for sale, as will unjoined yearling and weaned 10 month old heifers – all boasting the same G.101 bloodlines. “There is an opportunity to access stud cows exhibiting the advantages of selected breeding over 28 years,� stud owner and principal, Philip Gay, said. “We have some outstanding rising two year old sons of Days Brigadier, along with recently weaned 10 month old bull calves.�

The decision to reduce the size of the breeding herd, and also the property, has not been an easy one. Moving to Allendale in 2002 to concentrate on stud operations, Philip has decided it is time to scale back – meaning it is the perfect time to access some of the renowned Heatherington Park genetics. Over the years, there have been lots of notable sires used in the genetic base; Markowen No Excuse A.29,

ground the following year. His only 2015 son, Heatherington G.101 Brigadier L.40, out of a Bowen Vincent V.1 daughter, weighed 437kg when weaned, gaining 400kg over the following 10 months. He was sold as an 18 month-old sire for $7500. Brigadier’s 2016 drop bull calves averaged 454kg at weaning, with two over 490kg and his heifers averaged 400kg, with two over 440kg - the heaviest calves ever

Maine Park Maine-Anjou

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G.101

are for sale during Beef Week H. Brigadier M.024

weaned at Heatherington Park. In 2017, his 18-month old ‘M’ sons averaged 899kg to a top of 992kg. In January 2018, G.101’s ‘N’ calves were weaned, averaging 451kg with the heifers averaging 365kg. These genetics will be on offer during Beef Week at Heatherington Park, both in the sale of bulls, and also in the female line-up. For more information, go to www.heatheringtonpark. com.au.

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30 years of careful breeding, structurally sound, easy calving, quiet cattle that are grass fed and weigh in better at the end of the day! Traditional red and white, black, polled, scurred and horned.

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Xcalibur X.744 and Allendale Robin Hood D.194 – but the stand out purchased for Heatherington Park was the introduction of Days Brigadier G.101, bought in partnership with Ke-Warra Stud. Brigadier G.101 - by the renowned Allendale Waterhouse D.1 - was the 2013 Dubbo Reserve SenLRU &KDPSLRQ DQG ZDV o UVW used as a back-up bull when purchased by Heatherington Park in 2014 – meaning not many calves were on the

Clint Worden and Bridgid Fry 408 Drummonds Lane, Knowsley Victoria 0410 760 862 maineparkmaine-anjou.com mainepark@bigpond.com

AVAILABLE FOR SALE BEEF WEEK - Sunday January 27th, 2019 Days Brigadier G.101 was a Dubbo Reserve Senior Champion ( $40,000 ) and is by Allendale Waterhouse D.1. He has excellent breedplan figures with a son selling for $44,000 ( Wodonga 2016 ). His rising two-year old, grass-fed, sons are available for sale on the day. They averaged 454 kgs at weaning and 899 kgs ( top of 992 kgs ) at 18-19 months of age. A son of Yalgoo Boulder Z.250 is also for sale along with a number of weaner heifers by Brigadier. All visitors are welcome. t/30d02639/5319

H. Brigadier M.005 PHILIP R. GAY, Ph/Fax 03 5345 6167; Mobile 0412 565 292 3832 Creswick-Newstead Road, Kingston 3364 (8.5 kms from Creswick) www.heatheringtonpark.com.au

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Visit us at Beef Week Day 8 2nd Feb at Winchelsea or Day 9 3rd Feb 2018 at Hamilton

Sale Date: 7th March 2019 Inspections and Sale enquiries welcome. Contact Simon Falkiner 0407 319 967 or visit murdeduke.com.au

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Dougal McIntyre 0439 575 612

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BEEFWEEK 2019

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Commercial productivity key focus at Woonallee of that statement, one should fully agree, whether that be commercial productivity, independent show assessment, steer carcase analysis, feedlot trials etc. They have put their genetics through all the tests and come WKURXJK ZLWK p \LQJ FRORXUV Elders agent and auctioneer, Ben Finch, summed up

the Baker family’s Woonallee Simmental program and success so well when he said; “Quality sells, and Woonallee provides bulls that can greatly assist the beef industry to grow and prosper. “The Bakers are switched on positive breeders looking optimistically towards a bright future and their pro-

LOVELY: Sue and John Harvey are devoted South Devon breeders.

Get more with a South Devon

SOUTH Devon cattle are a British breed renowned for their docility, fast growth rate due to a high butterfat content in the milk and high dressing out percentage, with little waste. Having been keen breeders for more than 50 years, John and Sue Harvey are so happy with the breed that, when they moved to Australia from England, they brought with them 22 of their best stock. Today, Torr Down stud is run from Trentham – with John and Sue still proudly at the helm. Sadly, the home bred Torr Down Marvel 3 has passed on – but his genetics live on; most recently, 150 straws of

semen were exported to the Miller family of the Winston herd of South Devons, Cathcart, South Africa. Last autumn Torr Down had their first Akaushi Red Wagyu calves, born to the maiden polled South Devon heifers - with more arriving spring 2018. All calves have exceeded expectations, with easy calving, fast growth and exceptional quality being a bonus. The calves will be scanned this month, along with the pure South Devon progeny - of which they have three exceptional bulls aged 16 months, two being sons of T.D. Magnifico, the present Torr Down herd sire.

A number of South Devon bulls were sold to both Red and Black Angus breeders in 2018, after the stud sires were viewed at Beef Week. Crossing to an Angus is a popular use of South Devon bulls, the resulting hybrid vigour making for quick maturation rates in calves. Those that purchased last year noted the resulting progeny as being some of the best, with no calving problems. This year, Torr Down South Devons will be open as part of Beef Week. For more information, to check out the stud or to view their list of sires, head to www.torrdownsouthdevons. com.au.

gress has continued each and every year across any judgemental criteria.” The good news for both seedstock and commercial beef producers is that the depth of quality in the offering at the Baker family’s 2019 bull sale is outstanding, and the ladies are back this year as well. Their fourth Elite Ladies Female Sale will be staged from 4pm on Wednesday February 6, when 60 females will be offered. This will comprise 20 Traditional and Red Simmentals, 40 Blacks, plus three PTIC recipient lots and seven semen packages. The next day, on Thursday, February 7 from 1pm, Woonallee will offer 110 quality bulls, with unprecedented depth in that quality. These will comprise 70 Blacks, both spring and autumn drops and including another great line of SimAngus bulls, plus 40 Traditional and Red Simmentals. The outstanding depth of

quality comes as a result of the higher breeding numbers now at Woonallee. While Woonallee has been blessed to experience a good season at Furner, their cattle have performed exceptionally well on grass, just as they are expected to do within clients’ herds. While the tops at Woonallee have regularly made the headlines, there is still plenty of value. Around 30 per cent of the bull offerings have sold in the very affordable $4000 to $6000 range over the last two years. It is no secret that Tom and Lizzy Baker have continually searched the world for the best Simmental genetics that will perform to, and beyond expectations off grass in the open grazing regimes in Australia. The sires that feature strongly this year include Glen Anthony Y-arta (NZ) - the sire of the $160,000 record holder, W. Los Angeles - and Wormbete Katoomba

in the Traditionals, and MRL Capone 130B from MRL Simmentals in Canada in the all reds, while Los Angeles and his full brother Las Vegas are also represented. In the larger Black offerings there will be more from the successful LFE The Riddler and Woonallee Licorice, but they are joined by SS/PRS High Voltage 244X. This homozygous polled and black bull is a real curve bender with calving ease, ZKLOH KLV o UVW PDOH SURJHQ\ at Woonallee will feature at the top end of the bull sale offering. They have excellent growth, plenty of muscle, good fat levels and are very easy doing. Woonallee will be participating in Beef Week on Monday, February 4 when the sale teams will be on display. The full sale catalogues will be posted on the Woonallee website when available, plus regular updates will be posted on the website and on Facebook.

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January 2019

BEEFWEEK 2019

GENESIS OF SUCCESS

CHECK THEM OUT: Te Mania are at the forefront of Angus breeding, and welcome visitors during Beef Week 2019.

Preview Te Mania Angus autumn sale line up at Beef Week

TE MANIA LEGACY VTM L135 Top 1% for all Angus Australia BREEDPLAN $Indexes, ďŹ rst sons available in this sale

180 BULLS WHERE TO SEE THEM

Beef Week Preview Saturday, February 2, from 9am Te Mania Angus, Mortlake

WHEN TO BUY THEM Autumn On-property Bull Sale Wednesday, March 6, 12 noon

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BEEF Week offers the chance to make a relaxed, in-depth assessment of the 180 bulls catalogued for the March 6 Te Mania Angus autumn on-property bull sale. This early access to viewing WKH VDOH EXOOV LV LGHDO IRU D oUVW look, and for producers who may not be able to attend the March 6 bull sale who operate through AuctionsPlus or their agent. Videos of each bull will be taken in February and available on line, and are also used during the sale which is conducted on the screen, while the bulls graze outside in display pens. The sale line-up includes sons of Te Mania Angus home bred sires Te Mania Jenkins VTMJ89, Jolimont VTMJ485, Jolson VTMJ1337, Kirk VTM K26, Kathmandu VTMK352, Katoomba VTMK354, Kooyong VTMK1452 and Legacy VTML135. These are the latest Te Mania Angus bloodlines, which are known to excel through back grounding and the feedlots and are in demand from high quality restaurants. They are ideal for building strong breeding herds – due to their focus on all commercial traits: calving ease,

growth, fertility, structure, docility and carcase traits. First sons of the sire, Te Mania Legacy L135, will also be on the market. He is an example of the rigorous selection and progeny testing by Te Mania Angus - Te Mania Legacy has exceptional high growth, high GRFLOLW\ ZLWK FDUFDVH oJXUHV which rank him in the top one per cent of the Angus breed for all Selection $Indexes. The $Index underpins the oQDQFLDO SHUIRUPDQFH RI DOO progeny. Introducing such a head start into your herd will fast-track your genetic profile towards the maximum outcome for your breeding plan. With 2000 cows in the breeding herd, complemented by the Team Te Mania program and the technology of Single Step genomics, we can see the variation in the different sires and relations in the data. More extreme, high performing animals at each end of the bell curve are highlighted, and their numbers are more likely to remain constant. Selecting the right genetics IRU \RXU KHUG DQG LWV SURoW-

ability, has never been more important than in the current market where high quality Angus cattle continue to attract premium prices. This gives beef producers, and Te Mania Angus, the opportunity to accelerate genetic gain even further, because the predictions of how progeny will perform (EBVs) will be closer to what we see on the ground. These bulls have been data recorded for gestation length, calving ease, birthweight, 200D and 400D weight and scrotal size. Scanning data has been submitted for rib and rump fat, eye muscle area and intra muscular fat, and independently assessed for feet, legs and temperament. The raw data contributes to the EBV calculations, which provide values based on the animal and its relatives. The Te Mania gates open at 9am on Saturday, February 2 for Beef Week, for interested breeders to visit at Reichmans Lane, Mortlake. Tours of the property, senior sires and cattle yards will be offered. More information can be found at www.temania.com. au.

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BEEFWEEK 2019

KENMERE

6th ANNUAL BULL SALE On property

Moorak, Rankins Lane, Holbrook NSW.

Inspection welcome by appointment

BIG BOY: Kenmere Charolais will be open on Day 5 of this year’s Beef Week, and can be found at Holbrook in New South Wales.

Everyone loves a Kenmere Charolais KENMERE Charolais will be offering a rare insight into their breeding operation as part of 2019 Beef Week. On display will be more than 50 bulls, all of them being offered for sale at the stud’s annual sale held in March. Kenmere’s aim is to concentrate on breeding better quality bulls, focusing on traits of a consistent type, FDOYLQJ HDVH HDUO\ o QLVKLQJ high traits in rib, rump and IMF per cent, milk and shorter gestation. All the bulls are soft and meaty with strong carcase traits, bred to meet the strong

demands within the market place. Kenmere participates actively in breed plan and use EBVs as a guide to improve and monitor herd performance. 2019 will showcase a group of heifers in the heifer challenge that Kenmere have bred, showing an example of the consistently good quality lines of cattle they produce year after year. Kenmere has an exclusive female breeding herd bred from lines of females dating back to 1970. During 2018, Kenmere p XVKHG HLJKW RI WKHLU ROGHU IH males from original lines.

Over 60 eggs were secured, and later were implanted into a commercial herd with 30 eggs - with 20 pregnancies resulting - from the endeavour. The remaining eggs will be stored as the genetics of these females will always be valuable within the breed. AI programs were undertaken to ensure the traits Kenmere is always looking to maintain in its herd will continue to provide genetic differences within the breed. Kenmere Charolais are open on Day 5 of Beef Week, and can be found at “Moorak�, Rankins Lane in Holbrook.

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cattle

BEEFWEEK 2019 Small acreage but mighty returns and show

MAKING a good return raising beef cattle on small acreage in the Yarra Valley is a big ask. Still, that was the goal when Tarrawarra Lowlines was established in 2010. Australian Lowline cattle have been the answer; with their compact size and docile temperament they are the perIHFW o W IRU VPDOOHU JUD]LQJ SURS erties typical of the Yarra Valley.

The ability to run more cattle per hectare makes economic sense, and smaller FRZV RIIHU DQ HIo FLHQF\ DG vantage over bigger ones. Tarrawarra Lowlines conVLVWHQWO\ o QG WKDW /RZOLQHV can do more for less, and produce substantially more kgs of beef per hectare compared to the larger breeds. Well-bred and well-grown Lowline calves can meet do-

PHVWLF PDUNHW VSHFLo FDWLRQV and there are certainly highend markets available for Lowline beef. The trend towards self-sufo FLHQW OLYLQJ LV DOVR GULYLQJ WKH popularity of Lowline cattle. There is strong demand from commercial beef producers for Lowline bulls to moderate the frame score of their catWOH WR PHHW WKH JUDVV o QLVKHG market and to reduce calving

problems in heifers. Many dairy farmers routinely use Lowline bulls over their heifers, and as well as eliminating calving problems they get great hybrid vigour and very saleable beefy calves from this cross. Tarrawarra Lowlines also sell sides of beef direct to their customer base and demand exceeds supply. Their steers have a high

dressing out ratio and deliver VPDOOHU FXWV RI o QH JUDLQHG beef that is evenly marbled and tender. Lowline beef consistently wins the eating quality awards at premier carcase competitions throughout Australia. At Tarrawarra Lowlines, animals are moderately framed with the average cow weight around 450kg, and mature bull weights above 700kg.

The cattle are suited to both commercial and lifestyle beef cattle enterprises. Breeding Australian Lowlines allows access to diverse markets for the cattle while maintaining a small but commercially viable beef operation close to Melbourne in the heart of the Yarra Valley. Tarrawarra Lowlines will be open as part of Beef Week on January 27.

ON DISPLAY: One of Maine Park’s red and white bulls.

Maine Park selling bulls nationwide and exporting semen

LEARN SOMETHING NEW: The Farmer has two tickets to give away to the Seymour Alternative Expo next month.

Free tickets to the Seymour Expo

LOOKING for something to do when Beef Week is done and dusted for another year? Or maybe you have been inspired to try a different style of farming; looking at new breeds, new fertiliser regimes or even new styles of grazing. The Seymour Alternative Farming Expo, held next month, is the perfect place to go when you’re looking for

something different. This year, the Farmer has two tickets to give away – and we have them nice and early, so there is plenty of time to post them out before the event kicks off. All you need to do is send an email explaining why you love the expo, and what you think sets it apart from other field days.

The winner will be announced in the February edition of the Farmer, with the tickets posted in time for you to attend the event for free. The Seymour Alternative Field Days are held at Kings Park in Seymour, and runs from February 15 – 17. For more information, head to the website at www. seymourexpo.com.au.

TARRAWARRA LOWLINES Yarra Valley, Victoria

KEEN interest from overseas has led Maine Park to being one of the first MaineAnjou studs to export semen to Canada, USA and beyond. Maine Park Black Moocha is the result of 30 years of strict breeding. The benefit of this bull is now set to stretch across the world, with the bull currently at Genetics Australia. Maine Park was established 30 years ago, where they have strictly selected stock with correct hoof structure, correct udder development, low birth weights and

good temperaments. Each year, only the best three or four bull calves from the herd of over 30 breeders are kept – ensuring only the best stock are used for future breeding. Bull calves are 500kg plus at 12 months, and only grass fed to meet our commercial buyers’ expectations. The herd includes red and white, full red and full black cattle, most of which are polled or scurred. The commercial bull buyers stretch as far across the country as King Is-

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land, Tasmania to Blackall, Queensland. You can rest confident when buying your next bull or heifer knowing that all stock has been tested for pestivirus in the last six years, and all results have been negative. The herd at Maine Park is J-BAS seven, all cattle have tested negative to Jhones, with all the cattle provided with a three-year structural guarantee. For more information, please visit maineparkmaine-anjou. com, or the relevant Facebook and Instagram pages.

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BEEFWEEK 2019

and show

cattle

Add some muscle and colour to your herd with Belgian Blues

BIG, BLUE AND BEAUTIFUL: Callista Park breed Belgian Blues, a breed renowned for rapid growth rates and easy calving.

OVER a period of 20 years, Greg and Fiona O’Brien from Callista Park Belgian Blue stud have focused on breeding the perfect terminal sire. Through selective breeding they have developed a strain of Belgian Blue cattle that tick all the boxes: well-muscled for profit, excellent temperament for ease of management and soundness for longevity. Their foundation genetics come direct from Belgium. Genetics from Britain have been the more recent focus, together with selected genetics from their own herd. It has taken time and patience - but the EHQHo WV DUH QRZ VKRZLQJ WKURXJK Their clients are impressed with the quality of the calves produced by Callista 3DUN EXOOV DQG o QG WKHP WR EH HDV\ FDOY ing while retaining rapid growth rates the breed is renowned for. Callista Park stud is open for Beef Week on Monday, January 28. Working age bulls and females will be offered for sale. For more information visit their website www.callistaparkbelgianblues.com.au.

Visit Tandara Limousins during Beef Week STEVE and Alison Crestani, who own and operate Tandara Limousin Stud, will be opening their gates again this year as part of the annual Stock and Land Beef Week Open Days. The couple – who have been breeding Limousin cattle for over 15 years – have a high level of repeat buyers and consistent success with their sales. Many of their commercial clients who use Tandara bulls frequently top the market

with their vealers or sell direct, with a high percentage of calves meeting processors’ criteria. All are welcome to visit and view the line of quality bulls and females for sale when they open their gates on Monday, January 28. Steve and Alison’s experience stemmed from a desire to grow quality cattle when they initially used Limousin bulls over Angus and F1 cows to produce vealers.

However, they realised the need for a consistent supply of quality breeding bulls with good temperament which sparked within them a quest to develop their own exceptional Limousin herd. “Although we saw good sales from our vealers, and it is typically Limousin-cross calves that lead the way in the vealer market, we also recognised that docility plays an important role in cattle management, so we decided to

TANDARA LIMOUSIN Steve & Alison welcome visitors to their Open Day during Beef Week Monday 28 January, 2019 from 9am

Sale Bulls, Heifers, Cow & Calf units on display Steve & Alison Crestani 83 Wilson Road, Neerim 0408 394299

establish our own stud with a view to improving the docility of the breed,� Alison said. “We constantly strive to improve the progeny by selecting top AI sires not only for their docility traits but also for moderate birth weights for ease of calving, structural soundness and strong growth rates. “Our cattle are docility scored at weaning and any animal shown to have a temperament issue is culled

without hesitation.� Steve and Alison are keen to promote the breed which is renowned for its muscle and high carcase yield. “Limousin X calves consistently top the vealer markets, and with their feed HIo FLHQF\ KLJK \LHOG DQG dressing percentage, also perform well in the feed-lot; and we strive to produce and supply the best bulls to sire those calves,� Steve said. “We encourage beef pro-

ducers to try using a Limousin bull to see the difference for themselves. “Unlike at an auction sale, Beef week is a great opportunity for you to view cattle at the Tandara farm in a nopressure and relaxed environment.� Visit Tandara and see for yourself. Steve and Alison welcome visitors to their Stud in Wilson Road, Neerim from 9am on Monday, January 28.

Callista Park Belgian Blues VISIT US ON DAY 3 MONDAY 28TH JANUARY 2019 Bulls & Heifers for Sale on the Day

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Evidence-based decision making can lead to cost savings during drought

CHECK YOUR HERDS: Evidence based decision making is the best way to ensure farm productivity.

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for the remaining better proGXFLQJ PRUH SURo WDEOH DQG HIo FLHQW DQLPDOV In a best-case scenario reducing the milking herd in this way may only result in a small decrease in milk production, but will have a noticeable impact on feed requirements, extending feed supplies and reducing the need for purchased feed. To get the most out of herd recording you can pregnancy test cows at the same time, using the same milk samples taken for herd testing. The IDEXX milk pregnancy test is an accurate, no mess, no stress pregnancy detection method. ,W DFFXUDWHO\ LGHQWLo HV per cent of pregnant cows (known as sensitivity) and cows not pregnant (known DV VSHFLo FLW\ SHU FHQW RI the time. The test is offered on a straight cost per test basis with no hidden fees, so all you have to do is tick the box next time you do herd testing. The IDEXX milk pregnancy test can be used to identify RSHQ FRZV IURP DV HDUO\ DV

GD\V JLYLQJ \RX WKH EHQHo W RI making early decisions on the future of cows. By testing early you may have time to re-try with open cows, or at least make an early decision on removing them from the herd, saving on extra feeding days before sale or culling. In particular, the milk pregnancy test is a useful tool IRU D o QDO SUHJQDQF\ FKHFN before drying off, when you don’t want to risk the stress of other pregnancy detection methods. The cost of drying off a cow; the labour, the lost production, the cost of feeding, it all adds up and it’s a big loss to cover if the cow turns out to have lost the pregnancy. Research has shown that IURP GD\ RI SUHJQDQF\ through to calving up to one in four calves can be lost, with most of these losses occurring before day 60, so it’s ZRUWK WKDW o QDO FKHFN For more information on WKH EHQHo WV RI KHUG WHVWLQJ RU the milk pregnancy test reach out to your local herd testing provider.

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Aussie’s drought relief package LEADING Australian pump manufacturer and distributor, Australian Pump Industries, has put together a package to help struggling farmers get through the worst drought in a hundred years. The company knows that farmers who are affected will do whatever it takes to move water to keep stock alive. “We put together this package of diesel pumps, designed to help move water either into tankers or stock water tanks TXLFNO\ DQG HIo FLHQWO\ y SURGXFW PDQDJHU Brad Farrugia said. “We’ve heard so many horror stories about cattle dropping dead in the sale yards, or sheep being shorn only to be shot VWUDLJKW DIWHUZDUGV y The pump and diesel engine combination project is heavily supported by Kubota, who joined with Aussie Pumps to offer extended terms on engine acquisitions. This allows Aussie Pumps to put together a diesel pump build program that gets the product on the market at the lowest cost. The ability to offer dealers an interest free extended term payment program means they can pass on to farmers at their discretion. Called ‘buy now, pay later’, customers have been able to buy goods from October last year and, with a special 90 day term payment, not have to pay until the end of January 2019. “We’re not a bank and we’re not in the business of lending money, but when you see what the farming community has done

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DON’T IGNITE YOUR LIVELIHOOD: 2018/2019 is predicted to be one of the worst fire seasons in memory. Here are some basic tips about how to keep your farm fire safe this summer.

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FIRE PROTECTION ACTION PLAN

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GET READY... Few people are ever fully prepared for an emergency like a bushfire outbreak and the speed at which the fire front can travel. Consequently they often allow little time to implement an effective fire defence. Davey has a list of recommendations for effective management and maintenance for consumers, ahead of the fire season. 1. Know the machine: All members of the household need to be proficient in the location, operation and fitting of attachments like inlet and outlet hoses to the fire pump. 2. Practice: A well rehearsed and documented fire plan is critical to personal survival. 3. Fuel - Petrol: Many people fail to recognise that petrol has a limited life, losing its volatility and effectively becoming ‘stale’. A simple and recommended solution is to change the fuel every two months, either by running the pump or draining it of fuel. Better still, both leading petrol engine manufacturers offer a fuel stabiliser which will dramatically extend the life of the fuel, but it must be added when new fuel is purchased. 4. Fuel - Diesel: Has a longer shelf life but it generally needs to be stored at low ambient temperatures to extend the storage time. Major fuel companies expect diesel fuel to have 12 months or longer life at an ambient temperature of 20ºC, or six months at an ambient temperature of 30ºC. 5. Engine oils are another consideration and individual engine manufacturers offer their own specially branded engine oils to best suit their engines. Synthetic multi-grade engine oil is NOT a suitable alternative, so it is important to follow the manufacturer’s engine lubrication recommendations. 6. Running the engine regularly will ensure that oil is well distributed around the moving parts to provide best lubrication and a longer working life.

7. Air cleaners are another important consideration, so ensure your pump set has adequate clean air access. The air cleaner or filter needs to be checked and replaced as per the recommendation of the engine manufacturer.

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8. Keeping the engine cool also has a dramatic effect on the power it can deliver. Protecting the pump from radiant heat in a flame proof enclosure is the ultimate solution, while adding a mist spray around the pump or its enclosure will aid cooling and humidify the air. 9. A general maintenance regime involving regular checks will ensure that fuel lines are in good condition, the recoil starter works and a regular service schedule is adhered to will pay dividends. 10. Check the plumbing: Time spent investigating and maintaining the water system is also important. 11. Check for leaves, debris and sticks: These can impede the inlet system, while for permanent installations, a foot valve and strainer at the end of the suction line can overcome obstructions. 12. The system should be checked for air leaks and to check that all gaskets and seals are in good order. 13. Having an underground ring main installed around your property with durable hydrant or standpipe outlets can give you much greater coverage. So, as the summer fire season approaches the traditional motto of ‘be prepared’ applies. Establish your fire plan early. Adequately brief and train all family members in its resources and features.

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A LACK of usable water is one of the biggest problems facing Australian producers. But over the past two decades, Adelaide business Hydrosmart has been helping to turn the tide around Australia for those facing diverse water quality problems. The business manufactures, consults over the phone and supplies a smart, simpleto-apply and run hard water technology. Hydrosmart units disrupt and weaken the bonds of minerals and elements in water by putting a powerful ionising charge onto the water moleFXOHV DV WKH\ p RZ WKURXJK WKH pipe before use. To do so, they use a computer chip and several meters of pipe - often shaped into a product with a U-bend design - that gives larger contact time with the water to electronically improve on problems caused by the minerals in water. The issues range from saline irrigation improvements (by moving salt downwards and away from plant roots through soils) and calcium scale removal, and prevention from pipe walls and equipment to magnesium and iron scale removal and prevention. These minerals and salts can often be found in high

Water is not an issue when you hire North West Drilling

JANUARY is a tough time on most farms, and 2019 is set to be one of the worst. With below average rainfall last year hitting production hard, and dams now drying under the summer sun, water is on the minds of most in Southern Victoria. This is where Graham Brennan and his team come to the fore. Graham has been in the bore drilling industry for more than 40 years, and is the proud owner of North West Drilling - a company that

services Melbourne and the rest of Victoria. Run with sons Andy and Pete, North West Drilling works hard to meet every water requirement and exceed your expectations of quality service in the meantime. From your small domestic and stock needs to high yield irrigation bores, North West Drilling will ensure the bore construction is of the highest standard with the best possible result on your property. After an accurate quote and site assessment, the team can drill and construct

your bore, recommend a sustainable pumping rate and pumping level in the bore, and put you onto some of the best pump installers in your area. If you have an old troublesome bore or pump, the boys can diagnose its problem and advise you on the best course of action. With 42 years of drilling and bore pump experience, their service and advice is hard to beat. Give Graham and the team a call today, and never worry about summer water again.

amounts when using Australian ground water supplies and FDQ FDXVH VLJQLo FDQW FURS RU stock loss and garden growth problems. As providers of water conditioning units, Hydrosmart owner Paul Pearce said the treatment plants offered a water solution for most properties – from helping to droughtproof outback stations to making crop success a reality. “We research, develop and manufacture our original 100 per cent Australian product to deal with water quality problems all over the country and overseas,” Mr Pearce said. “Hydrosmart is the leading industry water conditioner and is trusted by agricultural, industrial and domestic customers for solving scale, salinity and iron problems.” Hydrosmart has products to deal with bore water, river water and towns’ main water. They are designed to treat scale, corrosion, salinity and iron. “It works by dissolving minerals in water,” Mr Pearce said. Dissolved minerals pass into downstream applications without building up in pipes, soil, line sprays or drippers. Hydrosmart’s water conditioning systems have been installed across the country,

including into CSIRO Pawsey to protect the heat exchanger on its super computer – and also in BHP, Newcrest and Rio Tinto WA, Tatura Milk, d’Arenberg Wines, Wild Duck Creek Estate, Bunbury Golf Course and Coast Club Sydney. “Hydrosmart units are simple to install and maintenance free,” Mr Pearce said. “The water conditioner improves all water sustainably for decades – whether it is being used in a domestic setting for lawns and gardens, or on a large-scale crop farm, all for a one-off purchase price withRXW WKH QHHG IRU DQ\ o OWHUV RU consumables; just a normal 10-amp power point or solar panel and battery. “The products also improve stock health when bore water is high in salt and minerals – Hydrosmart conditions the water back to a more palatable level and assists animals to better metabolise nutrients in their gut for healthier growth and overall quality, and is used on many types of stock from hooks to cattle, sheep and horses.” Hydrosmart units are supplied direct from the company. For more information contact the team on 1300 138 223.

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%DUCATION Learn more at Box Hill Institute BOX Hill Institute is one of Australia’s leading vocational and higher education providers, offering certificates, diplomas, bachelor degrees and postgraduate qualifications. The institute is licensed and registered to operate across the secondary, vocational education and training (VET), and higher education sectors, with qualifications recognised throughout Australia and overseas. The Box Hill team pride themselves on their ability to successfully deliver a broad range of quality vocational education and training services, and are one of the largest providers in Victoria with over 40,000 enrolments in 2017. They deliver education to people, businesses and community groups with many different needs, interests and backgrounds. The qualifications range from Certificates I to IV, Diplomas and Advanced

Diplomas, and Associate, Bachelor and Master Degrees. In 2017, Box Hill Institute delivered around 494 courses - including many delivered internationally and with industry. Box Hill Institute is located in Victoria, with sites in Box Hill and in Melbourne’s central business district where the institute is co-located with the Centre for Adult Education (CAE). In 2016, they also opened a new campus in Lilydale, located in Melbourne’s outer east. In 2017, the institute delivered offshore training and services around the world including China, Kuwait, Vietnam, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia. Box Hill Institute also delivered training and services to the Department of Defence, in eight Corrections Victoria facilities and across many workplace locations.

SOLUTIONS: (From left) Alexander Burnside, Georgia O’Shea and Kiana Barrie-Gresham presented their proposed responses to the impact of Melbourne’s growth on some of Victoria’s most productive land to industry representatives, academics and members of the public as part of their Bachelor of Agriculture assessment.

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MELBOURNE University students have come up with a plan to help manage Melbourne’s food bowl, receiving an outstanding achievement award for their efforts. The report, completed by Alexander Burnside, Georgia O’Shea and Kiana Barrie-Gresham, argued ensuring a resilient food supply for Melbourne requires a precautionary urban planning approach that retains - or strengthens - the capacity of the city’s food bowl. “As Melbourne’s population is increasing, the inclination of planning is to allow greater development, decreasing the available arable land in Melbourne’s food bowl, which supplies 41 per cent of the food needs of Melbourne’s population,� Kiana said. “Research has shown that if current trends continue, this could drop to 18 per cent and create a bigger reliance on global imports, which is a shame for our local farmers who could otherwise produce more here.� Kiana said the group combined the knowledge and experience the students gained in their majors: Production Animal Science, Plant and Soil Science, and Agricultural Economics. They recommended a roundtable discussion which includes developers, farmers, local residents, economists and the State Government’s planning and agriculture ministers, with

WKH LQWHQWLRQ RI LQp XHQFLQJ the State Government Planning Minister. The group also explored education to reduce food waste, how transport improvements around the food bowl area could reduce pressure on urban boundaries and the implementation of a permanently protected area around Melbourne similar to southern Canada’s Greenbelt, which prevents development in a large area around the nation’s most populous and fastestgrowing areas. Kiana said the subject allowed the group to apply theory they learned in other classes to an important issue in Victorian agriculture. “As students and as people who are coming into agriculture, it makes you a bit more inspired and involved in the industry we’re entering into,� she said. After preparing for professional careers through university study, graduates who start careers in soil health, plant and animal nutrition and rural o QDQFH PXVW EH DEOH WR understand individual farmers’ circumstances and work with them to deliver the best solution. When studying the Bachelor of Agriculture at the University of 0HOERXUQH o QDO \HDU students complete an industry-focused subject, professional practice for agriculture, to prepare them for this world.

The students work in interdisciplinary teams to identify practical responses to a range of complex agricultural industry challenges including climate change adaption, regional food security, labour use and international competitiveness in horticulture. Students presented their completed projects to industry representatives, academics, members of the public and their peers at a showcase event last October. The three students all chose to study at the University of Melbourne’s Dookie agricultural campus in the Goulburn Valley in their second and third year of the Bachelor of Agriculture. Kiana said their time learning together on a working farm helped them build their ability to work in a team with people with other skill sets. “The agricultural industry relies on teamwork and that multidisciplinary approach – that’s one of the things I have come to love about the industry, that you’re only a conversation away from finding a new perspective or approach,� she said. “I also think that our experience at Dookie has given us a very real-world perspective about the sector and has helped us built a very good team dynamic, along with great facilities and mentoring.�

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Bachelor of Agriculture The Bachelor of Agriculture at Melbourne gives you the skills and knowledge to apply science to solve real-world issues in food production. Become a highly-skilled agricultural scientist, ready to take on the world. The University of Melbourne’s Bachelor of Agriculture prepares students to work in a growing, increasingly high-tech industry. From developing foundation knowledge in agricultural science in first year, through to career planning and internships, this industry-focused degree will give you the knowledge you need to start your career in agricultural science or agribusiness and the skills to thrive in a professional environment. Students in the Bachelor of Agriculture will: Q Choose from majors in Plant and Soil Science, Production Animal Science or Agricultural Economics Q Explore the latest precision farming technologies in an optional semester at the University’s recently-refurbished Dookie campus, our 2,440 hectare “living laboratory” Q Understand the broader industry context of agribusiness and develop a global perspective of Australia’s agricultural production Q Learn to work with people with different skills to solve real issues in agriculture, and how to communicate the science of agriculture to experts and non-experts, from farmers to investors Q Receive opportunities for external industry placements and professional development to help them start your ideal career Q Have the opportunity to enter a range of exciting careers after graduation, from plant and animal breeding and genetics, to commodity trading, to research and development.

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Fruit Fly

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KEEP THE YARRA FREE: Yarra Valley regional coordinator, Bronwyn Koll, who is in charge of helping keep the area as fruit fly free as possible.

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Fruit Fly

Biotrap has your QFF needs covered BIOTRAP Australia is an Australian company whose focus is on developing innovative and practical products for the management of fruit flies. In Australia, there are some 80 species of fruit fly, seven of which are considered to be of economic importance as they cause crop losses. BioTrap Australia is committed to providing commercial growers, government authorities and home gardeners with effective products for the management of this serious pest. The Biotrap range of products includes Hym-Lure bait spray, which has been independently tested as the best in the market. Hym-Lure Fruit Fly Bait is not only Australia’s best option but is also the most economical at $4.70/ ha. In recent weeks, Biotrap Australia has launched its much awaited Biotrap V2X Fruit Fly Trap. It is designed and manufactured in Australia by injection moulding. It is more robust, UV tolerant and will have field life in excess of 5+ years. Importantly, it is still one of the most economical fruit fly traps in the market, as well as being reusable – it is considered one of the best traps globally. Bio-Gel Attractant Gel has been researched by various bodies as the most attractive to female fruit fly and together with DDVP cube, Biotrap fruit fly management strategies are proven as the most effective in the market. Various PFA areas of Australia have selected the Biotrap as their choice management tool as well as government agencies and private bodies.

Wild May controls fruit fly WILD May has developed a pesticide free fruit fly control system, suitable for use on certified organic farms. Not only is the spray cost effective, it also aims to reduce – or eliminate – the need for pesticide control, promoting not only healthier fruit and vegetables but also creating a more user-friendly end product. Wild May works by leaving the traps in place all year, with each new generation of juvenile fruit flies attracted to the lure – and then eradicated – in most cases before they are sexually mature. The female needs to mate before they sting produce, and if there are no males available they will leave the area in search of male fruit flies. Wild May is specifically for the Queensland male fruit fly, with no harm caused to beneficial insects. Wild May Attractant is available in 20 litre, five litre and one litre containers from your nearest distributor. Traps are also available for purchase, and research shows that a minimum of four traps per hectare gives the best results.

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CONTACT YOUR LOCAL MASSEY FERGUSON DEALER TODAY Dandenong Kyneton Nagambie Silvan

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18 Lonsdale Street 88 Piper Street 36-38 Industrial Crescent 249-251 Monbulk Road

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6414 1821 2272 9255

*Offer ends March 15, 2019, while stocks last. Finance with an interest rate of 0% p.a available on a Chattel Mortgage agreement based on a minimum 30% deposit and 12 equal monthly payments or 1/3 deposit, 1/3 after six months and 1/3 after 12 months. Finance at 3.25% also available on a Chattel Mortgage agreement based on minimum 30% deposit, the new equipment GST component repaid in the fourth month, and 60 monthly repayments in arrears over a 60 month term. Fees and lending conditions apply to approved ABN holders who use the equipment for Business Purposes. Finance is provided by AGCO Finance PTY LTD ABN 42 107 653 878.

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