Behind the Beef

In the latest episode of Behind the Beef, Angus Australia Extension Manager Jake Phillips is taking over! In March Jake had the opportunity to visit the Northern Territory and attend the Northern Territory Cattlemen's Association 40th annual conference, which took place in Alice Springs.   The episode features a series of interviews hosted by Jake with producers Ted Fogerty of Palmer Valley Station, Dylan Wall, manager of Consolidated Pastoral Company’s Bunda Station and Ley Kunoth of Waite River Station, who are utilising Angus and Angus influenced genetics in the Territory.   Chatting with Jake both on property and at the conference, each producer has given a snapshot of their use of Angus and Agus influenced genetics in northern Australia. Visit the Angus Australia Northern Focus location here 🔗  +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + 

In the latest episode of Behind the Beef we were joined by our fantastic guest, Dr Peter McGilchrist, Associate Professorin Meat Science - School of Environmental and Rural Science at the University of New England. Peter grew up on a cattle property in NSW and has a Bachelor of Rural science from the University of New England (UNE). Following university Peter travelled and also worked at Elders Killara feedlot for a year before moving to Perth WA to complete a PhD at Murdoch University on ‘Selection for muscling affects carbohydrate and fatty acid metabolism in beef cattle’ with the Beef CRC. Peter then held a post doctorate research position at Murdoch University with Meat and Livestock Australia working on beef eating quality projects, MSA optimisation and the development of the MSA Index. Following this, he held the position of lecturer in Animal Production Science at Murdoch University and undertook research into factors along the supply chain which impact the eating quality of beef and lamb plus the measurement of carcass yield. In 2017, Peter joined the University of New England. Peter is passionate about the future of the red meat industry for the next generation.In the chat with Pete, we covered various topics, including his beginnings in country NSW, how his career progressed to what is today, what is entailed in work that he undertakes in his role and the future of the beef industry.  🔗 To access the Be Angus Be Proud playlist CLICK HERE.   +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ 

In this episode of Behind the Beef, we are joined by Peter Collins, who hails from central Victoria. Peter has connection with the Angus breed that spans his entire lifetime. Peter is principal of the Merridale Angus Stud, which alongside the seedstock operation also includes a commercial cattle enterprise and a 350-cow dairy. Peter is a current Angus Australia board member and is a member of Angus Victoria.  He has had a long affiliation with the Angus Youth program, continuing to support the Roundup annual through his Merridale Aspiring Breeder Award.  He was awarded the Stewart Award in 2023 in recognition for his contributions to the program.   🔗 For further information about the Angus for Every System – Breeding for Profitability in Northern Australia Seminar or to purchase tickets CLICK HERE.   +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ 

Welcome back to Behind the Beef and Happy 2024! Although it feels we are well and truly back in the swing of things for the year, we are finally back with our first episode of 2024 and for it we were joined by Victorian producer, Brad Gilmour. Brad hails from South West Victoria, where he and his family run a commercial Angus operation alongside a sheep operation. Brad is a past president of Angus Australia, serving as president from 2018 – 2020.  He concluded his tenure on the Angus Australia board in 2023 and is a member of the Angus Victoria Breeders Group.    With a decades long history within the cattle industry, Brad has joined us to share about his Angus story, sharing with us about his operations and breeding philsophies and the reasons why he breeds Angus cattle. Visit the Angus Australia News & Events section here 🔗  Access Angus SELECT here 🔗  Learn more about the Angus Australia sale catalogue services here 📖 💻 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + 

Welcome to end of year episode of Behind the Beef – where we look back in retrospect to the year that was and look forward to years to come for Angus Australia and producers around Australia. In this special end of year episode, we were joined by Angus Australia board chairperson and president Erica Halliday and Chief Executive Officer Scott Wright. Scott and Erica had their share on rounding up a massive year for Angus Australia, covering a range of topics relating to the year that was for the society and the beef industry, as well as looking for the what’s in store in 2024.  View the Angus Australia Stategic Plan here 🔗 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

Behind the Beef is back and kicking off with a bang! In this episode of Behind the Beef we were joined by Angus Australia member Rebecca George.  Rebecca and her family are commercial Angus producers from Nevertire in New South Wales.   Rebecca is an active member of the Angus Youth program, and over 20 years has taken part in various activities and events hosted by Angus Youth including the Angus Youth National Roundup and the GenAngus Future Leaders Program.  She has also been a previous recipient of various scholarships through the Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries Program and member of the Roundup Organising and the Angus Youth Consultative Committees.  Most recently however, Rebecca was the recipient of the 2019 Kansas State University Scholarship. Bec has recently returned from her time abroad & and has joined us to tell Behind the Beef to her story in agricultural and the Angus breed, as well as to give us some insight into her time over in the US.  To apply for the Kansas State University Scholarship CLICK HERE🔗 To apply for the Tocal Beef Cattle Assessment Course Scholarships CLICK HERE🔗 To register for the 2024 NH Foods Angus Youth National Roundup CLICK HERE🔗 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

This episode of Behind the Beef we were joined by Jono Spence, Director of livestock agency Spence Dix and Co, SA.   Jono is a well-regarded cattleman in the beef business. Jono has a background working in many facets of both stud and commercial sectors of the beef industry. Coordinating the cattle side of the Spence Dix & Co business, Jonathan is also a recognized and experienced auctioneer. Jono has joined me to talk market movements.  Coming from the year that was 2022 in all its highs, we were interested in the opinion of someone with boots on the ground regarding what he had observed of the market in his region, as well as around the country, what trends have been noted, the final markets for seedstock and commercial animals being sold out of South Australia and the all-important crystal ball predictions. To apply for the Beyond the Beef National Angus Conference Scholarships CLICK HERE🔗 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

In this episode of Behind the Beef we will be joined by Milly Nolan and Cam Parker, who through their roles in the industry are working to make change in terms of bettering and sustaining the industry in different ways.  Milly is a farmer/shearer’s daughter from regional VIC. She has experience across many agricultural supply chains all over Australia, including live export, extensive grazing in Western QLD, wool testing and meat research. Milly travels all over Australia to deliver professional development and supply chain capacity building workshops and now as the Program Manager for The Livestock Collective, Milly is keen to unite the livestock industry and ensure our voice is heard. Cam Parker has had a wide and varied career. After actively contributing to policy setting bodies and representative groups as a producer in Victoria and in Queensland, Cam has shifted to a full-time policy career as Policy Manager at Primary Producers SA, working to bridge the gap between producers and those who influence and make decisions that affect Australian Agriculture. Cam has extensive experience and success in navigating complex matters on behalf of producers at a state and national level, working closely with governments, bureaucracies, and the National Farmers Federation. To apply for the GenAngus Future Leaders Program CLICK HERE 🔗 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

Behind the Beef is back for the first episode of 2023, and this episode we had the pleasure of speaking to some young people who are doing big things in the beef industry.  We spoke to three young beef business owners - Dayna Grey, Jack Laurie and Ben Lucas - who each own and are continuing to grow a business that services the industry.  Dayna, Jack and Ben each give a little insight into their lives and businesses, and how they are making steps to grow themselves in business through taking developmental opportunities. Access Angus SELECT here 🔗 Learn more about the Angus Australia sale catalogue services here 📖 💻 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

If you can believe it, the final episode of Behind the Beef for 2022 is here and we are doing our yearly recap for Angus Australia to look back at the year that was and reflect on the achievements of Angus producers around Australia. To do this, we will be chatting to the managers of the various units that make up Angus Australia, who will give some insight into the happenings that have affected their departments and in turn Angus producers over the last 12 months. We wish all our listeners a very safe and happy Christmas and New Year and we will be back for more Behind the Beef in 2023!  +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

In today's episode we have been we speaking to two people positioned at two different parts of the supply chain. We had the opportunity to speak to Libbi Thompson from Whyalla Beef and celebrity chef Fast Ed.  Both of our guests are involved heavily in the beef supply chain and with Angus beef in their roles, however, ultimately are at two different ends of it – with Libbi working towards to top end of the chain, and Fast Ed further down in preparing the product and feeding the ultimate end – our consumers. Libbi and Fast Ed shared with us the story about how they got to be where they are in the industry today and some background in the role they play within the beef supply chain.   +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

In this episode of Behind the Beef we have been joined by Angus Australia Commercial Supply Chain Manager Liz Pearson, who has not long returned from a study tour which saw her take in the commercial production systems of the United States of America and Canada.   Liz has joined us to give a short overview of her tour and some of the standouts for her during her time investigating the productions systems on the other side of the world. Register for Angus CONNECT - TACE Enhancements Buy your ticket for the Verified Black Angus Beef BBQ Competition+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

In the latest episode of Behind the Beef, we had pleasure of sitting down with AuctionsPlus CEO Angus Street.  Angus joined us to give his interesting insight regarding his role at AuctionsPlus, how he came to be where he is today in his career and also provided some advice for those making their mark in the agricultural industry. Angus has extensive experience with technology systems, which require deep understanding of critical business drivers in multiple markets and industries, opening of new markets through strong sales and trade marketing as well as growing businesses through innovation, process improvement and transformational technologies.  As CEO of AuctionsPlus, Angus is focused on taking the $2.3 billion GMS business to the next level. Angus wants to add value right along the supply chain and sees online marketplaces as a key enabler of success. Passionate about helping businesses evolve to stay ahead of the pack through the use of digital technology, Angus believes that with a little country music, genuine conversations and a motto of ‘the sum of us beats the one of us’ we can shape the future of the Ag sector. Visit the Angus Education Centre.+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

The agricultural industry accounts for 55% of Australian land use, 12% of goods and services exports in 2020–21; 1.9% of value added gross domestic product and 2.5% of employment in 2020–21 (Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2022). So suffice to say, as we all know, this industry is an important one.   One of the things about the agricultural industry is there is a plethora of avenues that those wanting a career in the industry and over the next couple of months, we will be snapshotting the careers of people in ag, asking them about their story and how they got to where they are and where they are going from here.  In this episode we will be chatting to two guests, Alexis Gandy and Lachlan Woods, who caught up with Angus Australia at the GenAngus Future Leaders Program.  Both attendees of the program, Alexis and Lachlan sat down to speak to me about their journey to where they are in the industry, why they applied for a program like GenAngus for their careers, and what they took from a development opportunity like GenAngus.  Apply for the Angus Foundation LIVEXchange Conference Scholarships here.Learn more about Angus Australia here.+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

As winter draws to a close and we head into the warmer months, this often means one thing for producers – the Spring joining period.It is estimated that at 60% of breeding activities occur during the Spring season, whether it be natural mating, AI or embryo transfer.In preparation for that Spring period, this episode of Behind the Beef looks into the use of Artificial Insemination in a breeding program and to help with that we were joined by Vetoquinol Australia Territory Manager Food Production Animals Products, NSW & QLD Julie Pocock.+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

In the latest episode of Behind the Beef we will be delving into one of the tools available to Angus producers around Australia.Commercial Angus breeders wishing to utilise genomics to help inform the selection of Angus replacement females can now access Generation 2 of Angus HeiferSELECT.The development of the new generation of Angus HeiferSELECT is the result of eighteen months’ work with Angus Australia and collaborating partner, CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency.This episode will be joined by Angus Australia General Manager – Genetic Improvement Christian Duff and commercial Angus Producer Fraser James who will break down Angus HeiferSELECT and its use in commercial breeding operations. Learn more about Angus HeiferSELECT here!+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

Everybody talks about how as Angus Breeders, having a brand and marketing it are vital to create more awareness for your enterprise, and at Angus Australia we understand it can seem complex or overwhelming, both to the seasoned cattle producer and those that are new to the game.This episode of Behind the Beef is roundtable discussion with the Angus Australia Marketing and Communications team and is designed to help bring marketing into focus, and give you tips on how to boost your overall brand presence and aiming to show why Angus breeders should market their brand, help create more awareness for their business and help them market the #AngusPremium.Access our marketing resources here! +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

The latest episode is another guide in relation to sale catalogues, and we will be joined by friend to the podcast Sam Hamilton, Angus Australia’s Marketing Officer- Sale Catalogues, as well as newbie to the podcast, but someone members would be familiar with, Senior Member Services Officer Tammy McLeod.This episode will be the last focusing on sale catalogue and rounds out our guides to your sale day from the perspective of a producer who is hosting the sale. It highlights the importance of the DNA services of Angus Australia, and how your prep for your sale can go wrong if you are not prepared, as well as the recommended timeline you should be working to ensure you are ready to go on sale day.This episode is great for the Angus seedstock producer, particularly those who are undertaking this period for their first sale, but also for those who need a refresher on how the most effective way of approaching DNA and sale catalogues in the lead up to their sales.Learn more about Angus CONNECT - Autumn 2022+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

Having recently started his role as Angus Australia Chief Executive Officer at the beginning of March, in the latest episode of Behind the Beef, we are joined by Scott Wright.Scott has joined the podcast to introduce himself to our listeners, give insight into his background and a look to the future as he proceeds in his tenure at the helm of Angus Australia.Learn more about Angus ESSENTIALS, the GenAngus Future Leaders Program and the Angus Foundation Auctions Plus Cadetship.+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

Dr Peter Parnell began his role as Chief Executive Officer at Angus Australia in May 2009 following an extensive career as a Research Scientist and Research Leader with the NSW Department of Primary Industries. In 2021 Dr Parnell quietly announced that he would be retiring from his position of CEO, concluding a near 40-year career serving the Australian cattle breeding industry, with particular interest in the application of genetic improvement technologies in both the registered cattle sector and wider beef industry. On the eve of retirement, Peter has joined Behind the Beef for a chat where we cover his long career.+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +