Stock Journal article - December 2025
Author: Dr Jim Walsh, Coopers Animal Health
Footrot is an infectious disease of sheep, occurring throughout Australia but is most prevalent in the medium to high rainfall areas. Dichelobacter nodosus is the bacteria which causes footrot which thrives in moist, warm conditions.
The footrot bacteria need...Read More
Stock Journal article - December 2025
Author: Deb Scammell, Talking Livestock
If you are grazing medic or lucerne pastures prior to joining, it is worth double checking the coumestrol levels to ensure it’s not going to have an impact on ewe fertility.
Coumestrol is a compound that has phyto-oestrogenic properties which means...Read More
Stock Journal Article - October and November 2025
Sheep lice are a frequent and challenging issue for producers. The sheep body louse (Bovicola ovis) is responsible for most infestations in Australian sheep.
As indicated through detections by PIRSA Animal Health staff, there has been an increasing prevalence over the past three years...Read More
Stock Journal Article - July 2025
Author: Emma Shattock, Elders Livestock Production Advisor
Containment feeding is a valuable tool to maintain the condition of sheep. The release from containment pens onto green feed is often one of the higher risk parts of containment programs. This significant change of diet can...Read More
Stock Journal Article - August 2025
Author: Deb Scammell, Talking Livestock
Feed on offer for livestock varies significantly across the state, largely influenced by the timing of the Autumn break. In many areas where the break arrived late, following a challenging Spring and Summer, pasture availability for lambing and lactation...Read More
Stock Journal Article - April 2025
Author: Dr Jim Walsh, Coopers Animal Health
A reminder to sheep farmers to be aware of Campylobacter, a common bacteria found across the country which is the leading cause of infectious abortions in sheep1. In a season where many producers may be considering supplementary...Read More
Stock Journal Feature - May 2025
Author: Dr Colin Trengove, Pro Ag Consulting
Containment feeding has never been more popular than over the last 12 months due to the statewide lack of paddock feed. Supplementary feeding livestock in containment during dry times is a key strategy in sustainable land management...Read More
Stock Journal Feature - May 2025
Author: Deb Purviss
When the weather’s dry, the pressure on the books often follows. For many farmers, managing cash flow, meeting repayments and planning ahead can feel like just another challenge in a tough season. At the recent Livestock SA Sticky Beak Days, experienced...Read More
Stock Journal Feature - May 2025
Author: Nathan Scott, Achieve Ag SolutionsThis is a season that just refuses to play fairly for livestock producers. A tough 2024 season has been quickly followed by little to no rainfall to kick off the first four months of 2025. Ask any livestock producer...Read More
Stock Journal Article - June 2025
Author: Deb Purvis, Purvis Agri Finance
Succession planning is essential for the long-term viability of farming businesses and ensuring the smooth transition of responsibilities to the next generation. It involves much more than just business logistics—it also touches on family history, emotional ties, and financial...Read More
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