Australia - country

Eleven teams representing seven countries showcased their skills and knowledge of the livestock industry and the Hereford breed.

Ongoing tensions between Australia and China have opened the door for increased shipments of beef and other commodities to China.

Australian mining billionaire Gina Rinehart intends to sell her portfolio of seven cattle stations in Western Australia and the Northern Territory, including a herd of 108,000 head of cattle.

It is estimated that anywhere from 300,000 to 500,000 cattle were killed in Australia during what has been described as a once in a lifetime flood.