The Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange recorded strong buyer competition this week, with cattle prices holding firm across categories. The Northern Rivers Times reports that steers reached 628c/kg, with total cattle sales exceeding $3.27 million.
The Warwick Livestock Market also demonstrated resilience despite frosty winter conditions, according to The Northern Rivers Times. Lamb prices strengthened at the market, with increased sheep numbers attributed to dry weather across Queensland and northern NSW.
On the youth development front, The Northern Rivers Times reports that 46 young athletes from the Northern Rivers region received Local Sporting Champions grants from the Australian Government to support their pursuit of state and national sporting success.
A new grants program has opened for rural youth innovation, according to The Northern Rivers Times. The program offers up to $50,000 for individuals with innovative ideas to improve the lives of young people in rural and regional NSW.
More than 30 Aboriginal land managers, business owners and professionals from the North Coast gathered to share cultural knowledge and explore sustainable agriculture opportunities. The Northern Rivers Times reports that the gathering strengthened regional partnerships and community leadership in the area.