Cattle Australia announces National Beef Leaders cohort

Cattle Australia has announced its 2026-2027 National Beef Leaders cohort during the Cattle Connect conference in Wagga Wagga. The program aims to develop skills in governance, policy, media engagement, and industry representation among young agricultural professionals.

The cohort includes a diverse range of participants, from first-time agricultural workers to sixth-generation farmers. Cattle Australia chair Garry Edwards noted that the group is being prepared to advocate for the grassfed industry in government, media, and operational settings.

Among the participants is Alex McLaughlin, the social and content marketing coordinator for AuctionsPlus, who aims to improve industry communication to help maintain profitability.