May 29, 2015

The Chain of Responsibility legislation came in to effect on April 27, 2015. WAFarmers is aware that it is having an adverse impact on regional road users with authorities cracking down. If you have received a fine for load restraint, dimension or mass breaches since this legislation came in to effect please alert WAFarmers. WAFarmers is building a case of experiences that would be regarded as unreasonable, but anecdotal reports are not substantial evidence. If you

Kondinin Group and ABC Rural are presenting the Agricultural Student of the Year Award as part of the broader 2015 Australian Farmer of the Year Awards. This year the student category has been expanded to incorporate university students studying agriculture. The award recognises students who demonstrate passion for and an active involvement in agriculture, as well as a commitment to working in the industry in the future. Secondary students (years 10-12) and those enrolled in

The Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters Association (ALRTA) invites public comment on the draft ‘Guide for Safe Design of Livestock Loading Ramps and Forcing Yards’. The voluntary guide has been created to promote safer workplaces for people in contact with livestock loading facilities and to improve animal welfare outcomes. The guide is a tool to assist in the assessment of existing facilities and aid in the design of proposed new facilities.  It summarises the potential hazards

The Sheepmeat Council of Australia (SCA) is developing the Sheepmeat Industry Strategic (SISP) to provide a vision for the sheep industry for 2015-2020 and support the continued growth of the industry. The plan will articulate industry priorities to guide levy investments over the next five years. SCA asks producers and others involved to complete a short online survey to provide feedback on investment priorities. To participate in the survey please visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/sisp For more information about