Over the last three months, the Queensland sheep and wool team hit the road to bring producers the latest in ag tech and innovation, with a focus on wool and livestock production.
The Queensland/NT Wool Team: L to R Duncan Ferguson, Bruce McLeish, Peter Sealy and Cecelia Cummack.
Over 140 producers attended eight events in Cunnamulla, Quilpie, Charleville, Longreach, Barcaldine, Blackall, Dirranbandi and Muckadilla.
Queensland State Wool Manager Bruce McLeish kicked off each event, providing an update on Elders new state of the art automated wool handling business which delivers an end-to-end service for woolgrowers. State Sheep and Wool Specialist Celia Cummack then took attendees through a practical approach on maximising production of EID tags, while Livestock Production Manager Rob Inglis led a weaner nutrition workshop.
Other highlights were a session on satellite feed monitoring from CiboLabs and a session from Datamars on all latest EID technologies. Attendees were also treated to engaging product demonstrations from various animal health suppliers.
State Wool Manager Bruce McLeish said the roadshow was a resounding success, providing a great opportunity for the team to engage with producers, suppliers and local branch staff:
“A huge team effort made this roadshow possible, with contributions from the branches involved, the Queensland wool team, and the reps who travelled far and wide and of course the producers who attended and interacted”
“This initiative exemplifies Elders' commitment to Australian agriculture, as the company continues to invest in ag tech and innovation to keep producers at the forefront of industry advancements,”
“Elders remains dedicated to helping growers enhance their productivity and profitability, ensuring a stronger future for Australian agriculture.”
“Elders will continue to be at the forefront of bringing the latest Agtech and innovation delivering this throughout our rural communities."
Meet the team
