Community Trust in Rural Industries

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Chicken Meat

Energy reductions the key to unlocking feed cost savings

Research has revealed that metabolisable energy levels in the diets of young meat chickens can be lowered without affecting bird performance. The finding offers important flexibility for industry nutritionists amid an environment of fluctuating ingredient costs.

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NATIONAL CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES / 25.07.25

Silver linings on offer for ag despite global trade wars 

While global trade tensions are rising and United States protectionism reshapes markets, there are opportunities for the Australian agriculture sector to minimise disruption and maximise benefits if proactive steps are taken by government and industry.

3 min read

EXPORT FODDER / 23.07.25

Robust science opens hay industry options

Leading agronomic researcher and consultant, Mick Faulkner from Agrilink Agricultural Consultants (South Australia), will present groundbreaking findings at the upcoming Australian Fodder Industry Association (AFIA) Annual Conference held on the Gold Coast from Tuesday 22 July to Thursday 24 July 24, 2025.

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CORPORATE PUBLICATIONS / 22.07.25

National collaboration crucial to shape the future of rural industries

The 2025 AgriFutures Stakeholder Summit is set to be the largest and most ambitious yet.

3 min read