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Beef Cattle Australia offers a comprehensive history of the nation’s beef industry, spanning over 220 years of development. From the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788 to the modern era, this volume explores the evolution of Australia’s pastoral landscape. Readers are invited to discover the stories behind the pioneering families, the introduction of diverse cattle breeds—including the transformative Bos indicus and Santa Gertrudis—and the wide array of organisations that have shaped this vital sector.
The narrative examines how the industry overcame challenges such as remoteness, climatic variability, and disease, while highlighting the professional infrastructure of livestock agencies, processing plants, and transport networks. Beyond the economic and logistical advancements, the book captures the human spirit of the stockmen and women, as well as the unique cultural identity fostered by bush poetry and country music. This record of resilience and innovation is essential for anyone interested in Australian agricultural heritage, providing a fascinating insight into how a dedicated workforce built one of the world’s most competitive and respected beef industries.
Used (good, see images, minor dust jacket wear) Hardcover
