Beef Cattle

Is hot iron branding of cattle legal in Australia?

The use of hot iron branding of livestock including cattle, horses and other animals is legal in all States and Territories of Australia, with some conditions as specified in the table below. State/Territory Legal?

What is virtual fencing (and virtual herding) and does it impact animal welfare?

What is virtual fencing? Virtual fencing aims to remotely map and control livestock grazing behaviour without the use of fixed fences.