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It’s o-fish-al, NT knows how to estimate stock biomass

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It’s o-fish-al, NT knows how to estimate stock biomass

A team of Territory research scientists have recently been recognised as leading the country in Biomass estimates by the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC).

Tagging trial off to a flying start

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Tagging trial off to a flying start

There’s no flies on these cattle, as the Katherine Livestock team tag them for a research project looking into welfare and production outcomes.

Applications are now open for the 2024 Animal Welfare Fund grant program

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Applications are now open for the 2024 Animal Welfare Fund grant program

Northern Territory businesses are invited to attend information sessions on how they can use migration programs to fill vacancies.

Dr Scrimgeour awarded Public Service Medal at Territory Day ceremony

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Dr Scrimgeour awarded Public Service Medal at Territory Day ceremony

As the head of the Northern Territory Geological Survey for more than 15 years, Dr Ian Scrimgeour was recently awarded a Public Service Medal in the 2022 Australia Day honours.

Register now for BeefUp Forum

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Register now for BeefUp Forum

Calling all Territory Cattle Producers to register now for the upcoming Meat and Livestock Australia Victoria River BeefUp Forum.

Get online for annual cattle sales

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Get online for annual cattle sales

The department’s annual cattle sale, commencing at 10am Wednesday 6 July for bulls and cow sale on Wednesday 20 July 2022, offer high quality cattle that have been selected for fertility and bred for the Territory’s conditions and markets.

Basement Jacks – Where’s your stock at?

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Basement Jacks – Where’s your stock at?

Australia’s fishing and aquaculture resources are among the best managed in the world.

Have your say on changes to strengthen biosecurity legislation

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Have your say on changes to strengthen biosecurity legislation

The Northern Territory Government has begun consultation with key stakeholders on proposed changes to the Livestock Act 2008, the Livestock Regulations 2009 and Trespass Act 2023.

Nominations for the 2024 NT Rural Women’s Award now open

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Nominations for the 2024 NT Rural Women’s Award now open

The AgriFutures Rural Women’s Awards are calling for Northern Territory rural, regional and remote women to nominate for this year’s award.

Casting the future of recreational fishing

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Casting the future of recreational fishing

The Recreational Fishing Development Plan (RFDP) 2023 – 2033 has been released today providing critical support and guidance for the recreational fishing sector over the next decade.