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The Weekly Grill

Beef Central
Jack Owen
Lumpy Skin Disease
You Are Not Your Farm
Foot and Mouth Disease
Agriculture
Personal Fulfillment
Livestock Disease Management
Export Trade In Beef
Australian Cattle Veterinarians
Farming
Australia
Wagyu
Beef
Veterinary Education
Cattle
Ballarat
Cattle Australia
Beef Industry
China
American Beef Industry

The Weekly Grill is Beef Central's podcast with host, Kerry Lonergan. Each week Kerry chats with a beef industry mover and shaker - turning up the heat and asking questions about the burning issues and topics that impact the beef sector.

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In today's episode of The Weekly Grill, host Kerry Lonergan visited Wagyu Edge 26 in Brisbane to catch up with AWA's president Laird Morgan and CEO Matt McDonagh to explore the explosive growth of Australian Wagyu, export markets, genetics (WBVs), fe... more

In this episode Kerry Lonergan speaks with Rawdon Briggs (Colliers Agribusiness) and independent valuer Will McClay about current trends in Australia’s rural property market. They discuss the impact of the Middle East conflict, sector pressures on ho... more

The recent Northern Beef Research Update Conference in Brisbane was peppered with references to the use of smart tags in various R&D applications, combining geo-location with algorithms used to measure animal behaviour. US animal scientist Professor ... more

In this week's episode, podcast host Kerry Lonergan sits down with Professor Derek Bailey, one of the keynote speakers at the 2026 Northern Beef Research Update Conference (NBRUC).

Professor Bailey discusses the similarities between US and Australia... more

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Will McClay
Independent Valuer
Episode: S6 Ep9: How global conflict is shaping Australia's rural real estate
Rawdon Briggs
Head of Agribusiness for Colliers for Australia
Colliers
Episode: S6 Ep9: How global conflict is shaping Australia's rural real estate
Greg Campbell
Chief Innovation Officer at Ceres Tags
Ceres Tags
Episode: S6 Ep8: The rise of Smart tags as a valuable herd management tool, with Ceres' Greg Campbell
Jearn Liebenberg
Beef producer and early adopter of Ceres Tag
Beef producer
Episode: S6 Ep8: The rise of Smart tags as a valuable herd management tool, with Ceres' Greg Campbell
Derek Bailey
Professor of livestock and range science
University (US)
Episode: S6 Ep7: Derek Bailey - using data and technology to transform cattle management
David Foote
Guest expert from the beef industry, keynote speaker at the North Australia Beef Research Council update
Beef industry leadership in Australia
Episode: S6 Ep6: Cattle industry leader David Foote: Are we spending our R&D dollars wisely?
Paul Gibson
Retired Research & Development Officer, Australian Country Choice (ACC)
Australian Country Choice
Episode: S6 Ep5: Meat processor Paul Gibson - "If you can't measure it, you can't manage it."
Al Rayner
Principal of Rayner Ag and emissions guru
Rayner Ag
Episode: S6 Ep4: Alastair Rayner - Is production efficiency the secret to lower methane emissions?
Jerome Leray
Expert in AI applications in agriculture
Infarm
Episode: S6 Ep3: Leveraging AI in agriculture with Jerome Leray

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Kerry Lonergan
Host of The Weekly Grill with a focus on engaging discussions about the beef industry.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Straight to the point, quality ag interviews

    Kerry Lonergan does insightful interviews with ag leaders from across Australia. Always finds interesting angles and unique talking points, very informative.

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    Australia3 years ago

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S6 Ep9: How global conflict is shaping Australia's rural real estate
Q: What chatter is there around Paraway and large-scale deals?
There is buzz around Paraway with Macquarie Capital leading discussions; however, such large-scale transactions would require significant time, broad agreement among investment committees, and careful due diligence, making immediate closure unlikely despite high interest.
S6 Ep9: How global conflict is shaping Australia's rural real estate
Q: What's propelling the sellers in the market at present?
Sellers are driven primarily by succession planning, with some also motivated by relationship dynamics or broader economic factors, while others are timing their exits around family governance and asset grouping, resulting in a mix of sales and reorganizations rather than uniform divestment.
S6 Ep7: Derek Bailey - using data and technology to transform cattle management
Q: Where should young researchers focus their efforts in livestock science today?
Bailey highlights genomics and new traits beyond traditional growth and meat quality, suggesting a surge in selection potential and developing tools to measure and apply these traits on farms.
S6 Ep5: Meat processor Paul Gibson - "If you can't measure it, you can't manage it."
Q: What's the best change you've seen in a Meatworks over your career?
The biggest change has been digitalization; embracing modern, digital processes has transformed how we measure, manage, and improve the whole supply chain, making operations more efficient and the industry more capable of proving outcomes with hard data.
S6 Ep3: Leveraging AI in agriculture with Jerome Leray
Q: What technical setup do farmers need to get started in AI?
Farmers need basic internet connectivity and should communicate their needs to technology providers for effective implementation.

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Exploring the multifaceted landscape of the beef industry, this weekly series features in-depth discussions with key figures and experts ranging from farmers to economists. Topics frequently addressed include market dynamics, sustainability practices, international trade, and technological advancements within the sector. The conversations often bring to light pressing issues such as changing consumer preferences, environmental concerns, and the complex regulatory environment impacting beef production and distribution. Notable for its focus on both Australian and global perspectives, this podcast provides a unique platform for industry insights and expert opinions on topics that resonate with both producers and consumers alike.

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8. Al Rayner

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