Welfare

March - February 2026

AABNet launches landmark guide on conservation of African livestock genetics

3 March 2026

3 minute read

Africa is home to up to 180 indigenous cattle breeds and nearly 300 goat breeds, yet many face extinction. A new genetics roadmap shows how smarter breeding can raise productivity while lowering environmental impact

Wildfires scorch Plains pastures, threaten US cattle herd

Welfare Climate Extreme Weather Events

24 February 2026

2 minute read

Ranchers scramble for hay as beef prices hit record highs

Study assesses livestock vulnerability to climate change

Welfare Climate Weather

18 February 2026

6 minute read

Study looks at impacts of climate change between 2050 and 2100 for sheep, goats, dairy and beef cattle, pigs, poultry and quail

Western Cape drought sparks national emergency

Welfare Climate Extreme Weather Events

13 February 2026

1 minute read

Livestock losses mount as dams run dry

Sprinkle rocks on farms to cut greenhouse gas emissions and aid ozone layer

Herd Management Sustainable Practices Welfare

11 February 2026