We Are Wasting Valuable Cattle Country
Michael Sawtell argues that Australia faces a beef shortage due to archaic pastoral methods. He asserts northern cattle rely on grass feeding, wastes land, and calls for scientifically increased fodder production across the north from the Gulf to the Fitzroy River. He cites low production rates and extreme regional variations as key factors in the crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Sawtell
Australia
Hackwart
Blarks
Rew
Porth
Gordons
Buchanans
Duracks
McDonalde
Channel Country
Queensland
Kidman
Lake Eyre
Central Australia
Gulf
Gerogs
Fitgrew River
W.A
Cattle fodder plan urged to ease beef shortage
An opinion argues drought and overbreeding waste prime cows and that beef supply could rise by fodder cultivation. It notes current slaughter ages, the potential of turning rivers into fodder lands, and the need for capital and time, citing Dr J C Bradfield and Ton Thriess as early proponents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katherine
Daly
Fitzroy
Newcastle
Soncres
Acre
J. C. Bradfield
Ton Thriess
Beef farming shifts urged to avert drought decimation
The author argues current grazing practices waste feed and water, causing cattle die offs in droughts. They call for a scientific beef industry using mare airborne beef, bone fertiliser, and long-term leases for big companies. Emphasizes fodder growth and soil culture via educated workers.
Immigrant Land Work and Local Workmen Queried
The S M Herald argues for prioritizing domestic workers over new immigrant labor. It suggests attracting local country workers back with decent cottages for families and access to schools via good roads. Calls for materials water sinks sewerage and supportive policy. warns inspectors without housing fail to yield results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S.M. Herald
E. D. Ogilivie
Glen Innes
Blackouts Decrease as Electrical Engineer Reports
The Electrical Engineer F E Reb told Gloucester Shire Council that blackout periods were much less frequent. February's average electricity price per unit rose to 2058 pence, up 109 pence from the prior period. Progress on Upper Avon extensions continued though weather hampered outside work. Plans include delivering poles next week, surveying for a possible transfer to Crowther's residence and dairy, and completing the Rockhurst extension within a month weather permitting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. E. Reb
Goucester Shire
Upper Avon
5. Hoy
Reid
R. Crowther
Crowther
Sydney
Rockhurst
Altering Parific Highway to North Coast Port Stephens Shire
Port Stephens Shire Council heard last week about reclassifying the Parific Highway section as a trunk road in years. The Department plans to fund current works fully until it becomes a trunk road, then cover 75 percent of construction costs. Council supports the plan and seeks early construction on parts of the new highway in Karush area, while a grader improves overall road conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parific
Port Stephens
Trafic
Karush
Mr. Cook
RSL
Department of Main Roads
Junior Farmer in Utah on US visit under exchange
Ian Sharrock the Junior Farmer from New South Wales writes home about a pleasant Pacific flight and his stay in Tremonton Utah. He lodges with a Mormon family in a community where 65 percent are Mormons and notes their hospitality and church duties. He visits cattle exchanges in Ogden, sees Hereford and Aberdeen Angus cattle, tours a Rambouillet and Columbia sheep ranch, and learns of lambs reaching 80 pounds in 0 days. He plans a desert trip with a sheep rancher. he records impressions with his camera.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ian Sharrock
America
International Farm Youth Exchange Project
Noel Griffiths
Junior Farmer Movement
New South Wales
Pacific
Tremonton
Utah
Ward
Ogden
Columbia
Bear River
Bribbares
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Optometrist
Webster, Jack & McDonald
Optometrists
J. Bell
M.lo
Gloucester
Street & Parish Pty
FHONE
Webster, Jacek & McDonald
Tamworth, Kempsey, Taree
Walkers” Shoe
DR. Market & Denison
Alexandria
Wave Hill
the Ord
Lucock
P. E
Other
Country Party
Lyne
E. J. Eggins
Sree Party
Riple
Lancaster
Cordher
Lucoce
Spensley
Hayes, EU
J. Lancaster
Beadge
Australian Cowntry Party
NSA
Bridge Street
United States
Gibb & Beeman
Elling Consulting Splenaid
Gibb and Beeman's Famous Eye Service
Cbs Bermln
Stromersists
Wingham
Chapman & Kevin
Mon
Mr. Stevens
Bank Hotel
Neves
Commonwealth Savings Bank
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