Abbey Halter

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Abbey Halter

The late wet season in Queensland has created the worst start to the season for northern banana prawn fishers many can remember. Rain in January or February usually flushes prawns out of the northern rivers into the Gulf of Carpentaria, but it did not arrive until late March. Fishers are urging consumers to buy prawns to support the industry.

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Abbey Halter |Brooke Tindall

Buffel grass has been nominated to be declared a weed of national significance. Environmental groups argue it is detrimental to native land, but graziers say it is crucial for the cattle industry. A decision is expected to be made towards the end of this year. Whether you know it or not, there's a pretty good chance you've seen buffel grass if you live on the Australian mainland.

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Abbey Halter

Mosquito and sandfly numbers are set to soar as flooding subsides in outback Queensland. The swarming insects pose serious health risks to humans and threaten the lives of cattle. Veterinarians say bovine ephemeral fever could put future herd fertility at risk. Cattle that survived record-breaking outback floods are about to fight another battle as swarms of mosquitoes and sandflies carrying a potentially deadly disease grow in the outback.

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Abbey Halter |Hannah Walsh |Maddelin McCosker

Widespread flooding in Western Queensland is beginning to ease for property owners. Graziers are beginning to take stock of the damage, particularly to significant infrastructure. Volunteers are gearing up to rally with communities and help clear away the remaining damage. The sun is shining on Queensland grazier Louise Hoch's cattle station, but after weeks of record-breaking floods, the damage is hard to fathom. Warning: This story contains an image some readers may find distressing.

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Abbey Halter |Emily Dobson |Hannah Walsh

Widespread flooding in outback Queensland has caused the death or loss of more than 100,000 livestock, with that number expected to rise. Reduced supply of animals, transportation issues and recovery costs are likely to see retail meat prices rise. Consumers are being urged to keep a close eye on retailers to ensure any passed on costs are fair. As farmers come to terms with the catastrophic loss of livestock from flooding in Western Queensland, consumers are being warned to expect price rises.