Beckersfield Pastoral

24/07/2026

https://dairynews.today/global/news/kazakhstanskie-biznesmeny-podelilis-vpechatleniyami-ot-avstraliyskogo-zhivotnovodstva.html

Kazakh businessmen, agricultural specialists and officials during a trip to Australia together with Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin were united by one main question - how to produce meat for less than $3 per 1 kg in live weight? These and production-related topics were discussed during a vis...

12/07/2026

🐑 Did You Know?

A successful sheep feedlot isn’t just about feeding more grain—it’s about consistency.

Small, consistent changes to rations, regular feed deliveries, fresh water, and close daily observation all play an important role in supporting lamb performance and welfare.

Every day, we monitor:
🌾 Feed intake
💧 Water availability
🐑 Animal behaviour
⚖️ Growth and performance
🩺 General health and welfare

It’s often the small changes in behaviour or feed consumption that provide the earliest indication that something needs attention.

What’s the first thing you look for when you walk through your pens each morning? Let us know in the comments.

07/07/2026

🐑 We’re interested to hear from producers across Australia.

In your opinion, what is the biggest challenge facing the sheep industry right now?

Is it:
• Feed costs 🌾
• Seasonal conditions ☀️🌧️
• Labour availability 👷
• Market prices 📈📉
• Animal health 🩺
• Something else?

Share your thoughts in the comments. We value respectful discussion and enjoy hearing different perspectives from producers, advisors and others involved in the industry.

At Beckersfield Pastoral, we’re passionate about learning from the industry and sharing knowledge that helps strengthen Australian sheep production.

26/05/2026

POV: your Tuesday meeting involves sheep instead of spreadsheets
Beckersfield Pastoral

26/05/2026

FarmTok Tuesday — no office, just mud 🤣
Beckersfield Pastoral

22/05/2026

🌾 WANTED: H2 WHEAT 🌾

Apparently the sheep can’t survive on good looks alone, so Beckersfield Pastoral is chasing H2 wheat 🌾

If your silo’s fuller than the pub on Friday night, we want to hear from you.

✔ H2 Wheat
✔ Delivered to Keith SA
✔ Onsite Weigh Bridge
✔ No tyre kickers

🐑 Sheep approved

PM with tonnes available before the accountant changes his mind.

Get in touch with us today☎️

22/04/2026

POSITION FILLED 👍🏻

🐑 FEEDLOT FEED MILL OPERATOR (a.k.a. Sheep Buffet Manager Extraordinaire) 🐑
Location: Somewhere between dust, determination, and a lot of sheep
Position Type: Full-time Casual (the sheep don’t do weekends off)
🌾 About the Role
We’re on the hunt for a Feed Mill Managing Operator — someone who can keep the feed flowing, the machinery humming, and the sheep blissfully unaware they’re living better than most humans.
You’ll be the mastermind behind the daily menu for hundreds (or thousands) of woolly clients who have very strong opinions about dinner time.
🐏 What You’ll Be Doing
Running the feed mill like a well-oiled (occasionally dusty) machine
Mixing rations with the precision of a chef and the speed of a Friday night rush
Keeping an eye on equipment so it doesn’t decide to retire mid-shift
Coordinating feed schedules (because sheep WILL complain to management… loudly)
Troubleshooting issues before they become “well, that’s not ideal” moments
🧠 What We’re Looking For
Experience with feed mills, machinery, or anything that makes loud noises and occasionally breaks
Ability to problem-solve under pressure (and under sheep-related judgment)
Strong work ethic and a good sense of humor — you’ll need both
Comfort working outdoors in conditions ranging from “not bad” to “why did I choose this career?”
Bonus points if you can out-stare a sheep
💪 Perks of the Job
Work with a team that actually sticks together (unlike sheep, sometimes)
Daily entertainment provided by unpredictable livestock
No two days are the same — seriously, they’re never the same
Gain elite-level skills in machinery, logistics, and sheep psychology
⚠️ Warning
This job may include:
Early mornings
Dust in places you didn’t know existed
Developing strong opinions about feed ratios
Talking to sheep like they understand you
🐑 Apply Now
If you’re ready to take charge of the feed mill and become a legend in the eyes of livestock (and coworkers), we want to hear from you.
Bring your skills, your grit, and your best sheep jokes.
Because behind every happy sheep… is a great feed operator.
Send your CV to [email protected]
Own room, shared accommodation available!
Location: Keith SA
Beckersfield Pastoral