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Training materials - Beef CRC - Beef Genetic Technologies

The Beef CRC has developed and will continue to develop and refine a suite of training resources to be integrated into existing delivery vehicles.

On the (growth) path to profit - All sectors, the breeder, backgrounders, finishers and feedlots contribute to the economic production of a quality beef animal.

This booklet examines the extensive research carried out in the area of growth paths of cattle. It looks at the effect of growth restrictions on pregnant and lactating cows as well as the impact on backgrounding, finishing and, finally, meat quality.

It includes practical case studies, which demonstrate Beef CRC research in real situations.

Science for Quality Beef - Aimed squarely at beef producers this booklet identifies the opportunities where you can profit from the research carried out by the Beef CRC.

It includes stories that reflect on what has been learned about producing quality beef and how producers can take advantage of the opportunities on farm.

It also looks at the recent discoveries that affect meat and carcass quality along with their commerical implications.


Producing Quality Beef - If you produce beef, this booklet has been written for you.

Whether you are a seedstock breeder, commercial breeder, backgrounder, finisher, processor or chef, you have an influence on the consumer’s eating experience.

The Beef CRC has given us new knowledge on how to play your part, and tune your production system to delivery the quality and consistency our customers expect.


Key Messages for Southern Beef Producers - Research carried out by the Beef CRC has helped increase the profitablity of beef businesses right across the industry.

This easy-to-read book provides key messages for commercial beef producers in southern Australia.

From weaning, to growout and backgrounding, this book highlights how you can make the most out of your production system.


Factsheets - The Beef CRC has developed a range of factsheets describing various aspects of beef production.

They provide information on everything from the background on genomics research to understanding how marbling works to measuring flight time.



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