Emily Middleton

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Australian National University and Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development researchers Rosy Raman, Dr Alison Bowman, Dr Nay Chi Khin, Edward Asare and Dr Harsh Raman. Picture supplied. Imagine a crop that could help control disease, improve soil fertility and produce high yields in acidic soil - it almost sounds too good to be true.

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Matt Cheetham, Wallabadah, runs a herd of 400 Angus and black baldy cattle over two properties in the Central West. Picture by Emily Middleton. After taking up an artificial insemination (AI) program five years ago, Matt Cheetham, Wallabadah, has been able to look further afield in sourcing the most suitable genetics for his commercial operation.

2 days ago | theland.com.au | Emily Middleton

Steven Evans, Coomber, Rylstone sends his Poll Hereford, Angus and black baldy steers to feedlots. Picture by Emily Middleton. Steven Evans, Coomber, Rylstone, is chasing hybrid vigour in his cattle. That's why his 200 head of cattle are made up of Poll Hereford, Angus, black baldies, and a cross between the two.

3 days ago | theland.com.au | Emily Middleton

Ryan Carpenter, Nutrien Bathurst; Liam and Brian McCormack, Laggan; and Michael Rutherford, stud principal, pictured with the first top-priced bull Stanford Uncle Bill U070. Picture supplied. Stanford Poll Hereford genetics continued to be in demand at the 2025 bull and female stud sale in Bathurst, despite usual western NSW and Queensland clients unable to operate due to seasonal challenges.

6 days ago | theland.com.au | Emily Middleton

View +3 PhotosPictures by Emily MiddletonPrices exceeded expectations for both vendors and buyers at Mudgee's annual Angus breeder sale on Friday (May 9), despite drying weather conditions in and around the area.