FROM the severe lack of supply of live export cattle to calls for an end to governement intrusion in the lives of Australians in the name of protecting against COVID-19, the 2022 Northern Territory Cattlemen's Association conference had it covered.
A record attendance of 700 converged on Darwin for the event today, some travelling from as far as Europe, to hear a smorgasbord of presentations as varied - and passionate - as they come in agricultural conferences.
NTCA president David Connolly kicked off the day with a very honest and frank discussion of the challenges and opportunities facing pastoralists.
He covered many topics, including insisting the bulk of the latest Federal Government allocation to biosecurity be spent in the Territory and calling on his state government to ensure pastoral interests are protected during mining and gas exploration and developments.
The day also included a fascinating session on regional health which had a strong focus on tackling the black dog, a talk from 2022 Australian of the Year local hero Shanna Whan on alcohol use in the bush, a comprehensive look at diversification in the pastoral game and a presentation from Rabobank's global strategist in animal protein Justin Sherrard.
Full reports on many of these presentations will run in ACM's agricultural websites and newspapers.
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Shan Goodwin
Shan Goodwin steers ACM’s national coverage of the beef industry. Shan has worked as a journalist for 30 years, the majority of that with agricultural publications. She spent many years as The Land’s North Coast reporter and has visited beef properties and stations throughout the country and overseas. She treats all breeds equally. Contact 0427686187. E: s.goodwin@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Shan Goodwin steers ACM’s national coverage of the beef industry. Shan has worked as a journalist for 30 years, the majority of that with agricultural publications. She spent many years as The Land’s North Coast reporter and has visited beef properties and stations throughout the country and overseas. She treats all breeds equally. Contact 0427686187. E: s.goodwin@austcommunitymedia.com.au
