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For the news and latest updates, Atlex Stockyards has prepared these articles to help you be informed on what’s current in livestock management.
What’s with the Blue Tree?
It’s Ok to not be OK
While most of the country was tuned in on a Saturday afternoon to watch the 2019 AFL Grand Final, Atlex owners and founders, Ian and Jeanette Crafter, were out in the paddock, paint brush and roller in hand, painting a dead tree blue. But why?
They are helping to spark difficult conversations after becoming involved in a nationwide project.
Late last month, Mr Crafter painted a tree on his property blue, joining in the Blue Tree Project movement.
But these blue trees are more than just for show, they are part of a Australian…
Quicker, Easier, Safer
Increased carcase weights call for increased safety
As cattle are getting heavier, cattleyard safety is more important than ever.
Statistics show in the Angus breed there have been increases of two kilograms per year on average since 1989, a dramatic increase in the last three decades. Mature cow weights have increased an estimated 100 to 150 kilograms since the 1970s.
One man, one dog, 10,000 sheep
Atlex recognised as Business Success of the Week by Regional Development Australia (Orana NSW)
Work Smarter not Harder
3D visualisation bringing Atlex Stockyards to life
The Importance of Stockyard Design to Effectively Manage Flight Zone
Time to Plan – End of Financial Year is coming!
With seeding now complete for most, we’ve also received positive reports of good rainfalls in many regions of Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia over the last week.
Now is the time to prepare for end of financial year: have you considered how you could take advantage of the $30,000 instant tax write offs?
Good Design the Answer to Beating the Heat
Farming Futures: it’s looking bright!
‘Farmers trading life on the land to help protect future of the industry’ (Rural Press)
Customised Sheepyard Design
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