Message from the Managing Director
I would like to begin by thanking our loyal customers, distributors and business partners for your continued support over what has been another tough yet rewarding year for the agricultural industry. This year has had its ups and downs with Covid, both locally and abroad, and the Ukraine war continuing to play its part in […]
New Product Feature: New Weapon to Assist with Fly Control
A combination of La Nina-induced spring rainfall and forecast milder than usual summer temperatures may provide the perfect storm for fly pressure this summer. At the same time, increasing reports of resistance have resulted in shorter protection periods for chemical control. With this in mind, producer’s may need to pull out all the tricks in […]
Lameness and Ram Checks
With joining just around the corner, many producers are working to control lameness and get their ewes in the best condition to conceive one or even multiple healthy lambs and lay the foundations for another successful lambing season next year. But what are they doing with their rams? Minimise the risk of misfires Rams are […]
Coccidiosis on the Rise
Rainfall again persisting into the seasonally dry period in the southern states has given rise to concerns about coccidiosis outbreaks in lambs. What is Coccidiosis? Coccidiosis is a disease caused by a coccidian infestation within the digestive system of the animal and in severe cases can result in significant economic losses and can lead to […]
Grazing Weeds in Pasture
IMPORTANCE OF SUMMER GRAZING MANAGEMENT Wet summer increases weed pressure in grazing pasture As the temperatures begin to rise, most pastures will begin to mature, leading to a decline in digestibility, energy, protein and many vitamins and minerals. The low value of this feed creates an alternative and more appealing appetite for freshly growing green […]
Coccidiosis alert!!
The unusually wet start to summer has given rise to concern about coccidiosis outbreaks in lambs at pasture and for those bound for feedlots. ANP has already received several reports of serious events already. With lamb prices predicted to stay high into the new year, targeting rapid lamb growth, either at pasture or in confinement […]
