Australia's Sheep Decline: Farmers' Shift to Cropping
Update: 2025-12-07
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Australias sheep population has plummeted, with nearly 100 million fewer sheep now than in 1990. This decline is primarily due to broadacre farms favoring crops, which are more profitable and less labor-intensive. Farmers like Tim Rethus have switched to cropping, citing financial reasons. Young farmers also prefer operating modern machinery over working with livestock. Despite this trend, some farmers like Trent Carter remain committed to sheep and cropping operations, viewing it as a dual income stream.
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