In a recent episode on our podcast, “Feed for Thought”, Milne Feeds sheep specialist, Brett Blanchett, talks us through tips, recommendations and economical solutions for feeding sheep in what is proving to be a tight feed season. Listen here.

As regular readers of The Compass know, global grain Supply and Demand is forever being dissected as the key driver of prices. Here, The Compass deep dives into how important animal feed demand is.

Weaning is a crucial time for ewes and lambs, where the profitability of the flock can be realised or wasted. With spring 2023 likely to be challenging for sheep producers, who are battling low market prices, for sheep/lambs with high grain prices we take a look at feed options during weaning.

Milne Feeds welcomes Aaron and Rickie Bannister as the new operators of the Donnybrook Depot. Read more on their story here.

In a remarkable collaboration that embodies the essence of the West Australian spirit, local farmers CJ South & Co have joined forces with Eagle Bay Brewing Co to craft a genuinely unique brew – Wheatbelt Lager.

For mixed farmers, the question of whether to sell grain, or feed it to animals, is not straightforward. The principle of a natural hedge underpins some of the thinking, so let’s look into that.

The Kimberley Pilbara Cattlemen's Association (KPCA) Livestock Handling Cup is a community and industry based event that continues to flourish in the northwest of the state. Read more about the 2023 event here.

In the ever-evolving world of agriculture and animal nutrition, staying informed and up-to-date is key to success. That's why we're excited to present "Feed for Thought", Milne Feeds' latest venture into the world of podcasting.

Whilst the seed destructor works wonders on weed control, it also can reduce the nutritional value of pasture stubbles. Farmers running sheep over stubbles post-harvest may need to consider supplementary feeding to avoid drops in body condition.

The Compass looks at the food supply and demand game and what that means for growers.