ABOVE: Food is central to Australia’s stability and security, yet it’s too often neglected in favour of seemingly higher priorities. Photo: Federico Arnaboldi Resilience, the economy and national security are a live discussion across Australia. People can feel change in their bones, from the climate to mortgage repayments – even Australia’s place in the world.…
ABOVE: Several nutritional strategies have been identified as potential governors of the interaction between growth and health in pigs. Photo: Mark Stebnicki Today’s swine production systems are mostly intensive, and pigs are continuously exposed to pathogens and immune stimulatory antigens that may negatively impact productivity. It is known that immune system stimulation may reduce appetite,…
ABOVE: John judging at the Royal Smithfield Show. An excerpt from the tribute given by Sara Willis at the funeral of John Edward Riley on August 1, 2023. As I relate John’s story, you will find that he packed his 84 years with extraordinary experiences and people. To live to be 84 is an achievement,…