NATIONAL COURSE FOR FEEDMILL LEADERS
6 FEBRUARY 2024: Two of ACC’s Feedlot leadership team have been selected for an industry-leading professional development program. Cyril Makiputin, feedmill supervisor at Opal Creek Feedlot (below) and Liam Martin – feedmill manager at Brindley Park feedlot will join the 2024 cohort for the annual Margin and People Management (MPM) program run by the Australian …
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HAND IT TO TECHNOLOGY
31 JANUARY 2024: We have been helping the meat processing industry examine the potential of exoskeletons … technology that helps people undertake challenging physical activity.Our WHSO and production staff at our Cannon Hill processing plant participated in a trial of Ironhand technology (below) as part of an industry-wide review. This human-assisted glove can strengthen the …
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Benefits without borders: ‘I am able to support my children…’
30 JANUARY 2024: Christiano Gusmao came from Timor-Leste to work for us through the Federal Government’s PALM scheme. It provides full-time, ongoing employment that means a steady income for him and his family. The prosperity delivered by Australia’s beef industry stretches well beyond our borders. Christiano’s story embodies the commitment and dedication that PALM workers …
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AIDING CSIRO WAGYU STUDY
10 JANUARY 2024: We have been helping researchers studying Australia’s Wagyu and Wagyu-cross herds, seeking to establish the genetics behind high-performing animals. ACC was among the eight commercial operators providing data for a national CSIRO-led study. The scientists used our data to test the Wagyu Feeder Check, a genomic-based tool designed to provide estimated breeding values …
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VISIT TO STUDY QA
12 DECEMBER 2023: Our quality assurance team recently hosted a visit by 25 Indonesian students undertaking a short course into standards and halal certification. The course, run by the The University of Queensland in collaboration with the Australia Awards, examines the intricacies of halal certification, its ethical standards, technological considerations and the latest supply chain …
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GETTING SET FOR SUMMER
20 NOVEMBER 2023: With the fire season underway and dry, hot weather expected, our agri-staff have been busy preparing roads and fence lines for fire breaks and back burning. At our 143,947 ha (355,701 acre) Babbiloora property group, the ACC grader and the loader have been making tracks, starting on the northern boundary fence shared …
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A CAREER THAT COUNTS
3 NOVEMBER 2023: What do a physiotherapist, an industrial engineer and an accountant have in common? They all work here at ACC! Discover the world of opportunities in Queensland’s vibrant beef business with this new State Government campaign focussing on our staff. They are making a career where it counts – the business of feeding …
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SAFE WORK TRAINING
1 NOVEMBER 2023: October was Safe Work Month, and the focus of several events on our properties and feedlots across Queensland and our Cannon Hill processing plant. Three horsemanship schools were held at ACC’s southern properties, led by horsemanship expert Wayne Bean. “We’re very proud of our strong horse culture and grab every opportunity to …
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UPPING THE AG ED STAKES
30 OCTOBER 2023: Teach plate-to-paddock, highlight the science of agriculture, introduce students to the variety of off-farm jobs and focus on teacher training… those were some of the transformational ideas aired in today’s ABC Landline. Interviewed for the program, our CEO Anthony Lee offered his perspective on the need for Australia to deliver world’s-best teaching …
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BEEF-BOOST FOR GLOBAL FOODIES
26 OCTOBER 2023: This month we had the pleasure of hosting 25 high-level chefs and food influencers at our Brisbane Valley feedlot, as part of the Aussie Beef Mates tour. The tour, organised by MLA and TIQ, showcased Queensland beef and cattle production from paddock to plate. Representing 15 nations, the group was treated to …
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