tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post1926979437980801676..comments2023-05-20T22:43:46.086+10:00Comments on babblingbandit.me: Live cattle export ban: Have you really thought about all the consequences?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12862647761810468815noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-15275012593922838482013-06-13T02:17:09.637+10:002013-06-13T02:17:09.637+10:00Find Hd Wonder On Tv
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And why isn't the ABC’s 4Corners program that launched the current publicity about cattle mistreatment in Indonesia now doing a program on the much greater devastation being suffered by cattle and cattle families as a result of the export ban and drought? <br /><br />The answer is that, once again, they are covering the ALP's bum. They know the Ludwig ban was wrong but can't admit error, or point the finger at yet another misguided, kneejerk policy by the<br />Gillard Government that's done some serious damage, not only to our farmers but also to our relationship with Indonesia. I think someone could investigate the latter aspect further, because not only did the ban hand Australian farmers some real problems and virtually undermine the industry for years, but the Indonesians too were badly hurt when all of sudden there was<br />little beef for sale on the market - something that could have led to food riots.<br /><br />It will be years before the market picks up again, although I did see something recently that gave me renewed hope - Indonesia is running short of cattle stocks, needs some almost immediately, and Australia is the closest and most reliable supplier. Also, I suspect the Indonesians will be a lot more welcoming of approaches by a different Government, having learnt to mistrust the current<br />one. (It might also be more amenable when it comes to the boat people problem as well.)<br /><br />Another issue that never gets mentioned is that only a few abattoirs were involved (although I just noticed that Sheena mentioned it in her letter). The vast majority meet Australian requirements but instead, the ABC snuck a few covert reporters into the few where these practices were going on, tipped off by so-called animal activists who are actually running another agenda. Boo, sucks to the ABC for going along with it but then it's something we've come to expect from an organisation that's lost its way.<br /><br />Your point about the "disgusting cruelty these mistreated animals have endured at the hands of these despicable human beings is to be abhorred", is a good one but also I have to wonder why the West constantly feels obliged to impose its own values on other cultures, where animals are<br />viewed as, well, animals, and not subject to $10,000 operations to save a paw, or their life ( even if they've already had a pretty good one and at 17 years old, for example, won't have many more years left). Can you imagine what some would think in a country where children can't and won't<br />receive similar treatment, and how this could be viewed?<br /><br />Unfortunately, V, the farmers, we, and the country as a whole are being held hostage by a minority which has the ear of a badly debased and largely city-based media which basically write for their cohorts or, occasionally, city dwellers. <br /><br />Good on you for raising an issue that needs to be raised. Let's hope it gets picked up. Is it something you can submit elsewhere? It certainly would be worth it. Maybe News Limited could be interested?Janenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-84589913340040965982013-06-11T22:43:32.205+10:002013-06-11T22:43:32.205+10:00Farmers breed more cattle = excess cattle. Seems l...Farmers breed more cattle = excess cattle. Seems like they have made their bed, now they must lay in it.Eloisenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-199307069947291502013-06-11T00:07:24.409+10:002013-06-11T00:07:24.409+10:00A well written piece. The bridge between the city ...A well written piece. The bridge between the city and country is slowly breaking and you are a sure force behind it. Thank you and take care.Mark Letternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-42631402512314535582013-06-10T23:30:50.987+10:002013-06-10T23:30:50.987+10:00Thank god my family aren't the only ones sayin...Thank god my family aren't the only ones saying this!! Live exports are of course not ideal but there is far more harm than good done when an industry is disrupted like this. Everyone seems to forget that farmers actually require the business of live exports to survive - environmentalism is fine but sacrificing entire family livelihoods is unnacceptable.Helennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-85521330985153928542013-06-10T23:24:58.838+10:002013-06-10T23:24:58.838+10:00Vanessa, thank you so much for so many reasons.
1)...Vanessa, thank you so much for so many reasons.<br />1) staying connected to your rural family, so through your connections and awareness you can spread the word from the bush further in through the urban areas.<br />2) for researching, talking, asking questions.<br />3) for taking the time and energy to write and spread the real word, not the media driven hype.<br />4) your sincerity is appreciated.<br />And last but not least,<br />5) for recognising your mental health state, for sharing your story, which shows through to your empathy for the farmers/graziers.<br /><br />I wish you good health and thanks.Robynnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-14142374462958235022013-06-10T19:26:41.974+10:002013-06-10T19:26:41.974+10:00Vanessa, I have many Thank you's for you. Firs...Vanessa, I have many Thank you's for you. Firstly thank you for hearing us as farmers we are trying so hard to get our stories out there to be heard without being labelled as "Whinging Farmers." Thank you for telling our story if only one person read it and thought differently about the cattle crisis or the impact of the Live Ex ban it has been worth it. Last but not least thank you for your openness and honesty regarding your mental health. Through frank & open discussion in forums such as this we can all help to destigmatize mental illness. It is one of the biggest concerns for me about this whole cattle crisis aside from the animal welfare of course, the mental health of the farmers and graziers caught up in it. They can be a proud and stubborn lot, farmers. I hope that they are not in this instance and seek the help they need.<br /><br /><br />Wishing you all the best :)Melnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-80341920216846731002013-06-10T16:50:23.419+10:002013-06-10T16:50:23.419+10:00Hey Jeanie. One of the admins from Ask an Aussie F...Hey Jeanie. One of the admins from Ask an Aussie Farmer has been in contact. What a great initiative! I've sent out the link to my networks. I just think city people don't necessarily think about where their meat comes from. They just go to the supermarket and it's always there. V.babblingbandit.mehttp://babblingbandit.me/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-41311161180974655022013-06-10T16:37:01.451+10:002013-06-10T16:37:01.451+10:00Thank you Jodie. And yes, I am feeling so much bet...Thank you Jodie. And yes, I am feeling so much better after having a weekend off from parenting. Can't wait to see my little man tomorrow though. Hope you've had a great long weekend. V.babblingbandit.mehttp://babblingbandit.me/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-31865994989305886712013-06-10T16:27:30.365+10:002013-06-10T16:27:30.365+10:00You're welcome. V.You're welcome. V.babblingbandit.mehttp://babblingbandit.me/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-68874532481967441712013-06-10T16:27:18.042+10:002013-06-10T16:27:18.042+10:00Wow, the more I hear about this tragedy the more m...Wow, the more I hear about this tragedy the more my heart breaks. I did not know that about the shortage in ammunition. <br /><br />Someone has asked on my facebook page "Is it the live export cattle ban or is it major corporates now controlling the market prices? dare I throw that one out there...?"<br /><br /><br /><br />I can't really answer that question. As a farming family running a small business, do you have a response to this?<br /><br /><br />It doesn't sound right to me...babblingbandit.mehttp://babblingbandit.me/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-81651140383501770612013-06-10T15:00:51.532+10:002013-06-10T15:00:51.532+10:00Thanks Carly, There's a Facebook page called A...Thanks Carly, There's a Facebook page called Ask an Aussie Farmer. They are volunteers willing to answer any questions you might have.Sheena OBriennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-83027150201230737182013-06-10T13:52:44.230+10:002013-06-10T13:52:44.230+10:00thanks for caring about us!!thanks for caring about us!!Yvonnenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-30648432099307778032013-06-10T10:57:03.389+10:002013-06-10T10:57:03.389+10:00Thanks for reading Michael. I think this ensuing c...Thanks for reading Michael. I think this ensuing catastrophe is an issue for all Australians to be aware of, whether from rural Australia or from the big cities. Let's just hope the next government does something to stem the damage already done. V.babblingbandit.mehttp://babblingbandit.me/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-47659972984266276082013-06-10T10:52:26.664+10:002013-06-10T10:52:26.664+10:00Hey Kim. I'm feeling much better thanks. The f...Hey Kim. I'm feeling much better thanks. The farmers here are doing all that they can with what they can. But they are suffering from drought, a feed shortage and many are broke, living on massive overdrafts.<br /><br />In Saturday's article in The Australian regarding the Delta Downs station it says "With 43,000 cattle stranded within its boundaries, 20,000 more than usual owing to a backlog of two years of unsold young calves, grass is running out and the bank overdraft mounting alarmingly". The farmers barely have the means to get to these animals to either help them live or put them out of their misery. Delta Downs' largest paddock is 30,000ha! Station owners can't afford to keep on the number of workers they previously had in order to do the work that needs to be done.<br /><br />This government needs to do something NOW! This isn't just up to the farmers, it is up to the government and all Australians to stand up to likes of Animals Australia who don't want animals farmed at all.<br /><br /><br />You are right, animals are suffering, but so are people. I worry that a lot of these animal rights activist groups don't care about the people. <br /><br /><br />V.babblingbandit.mehttp://babblingbandit.me/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-74582172048968295072013-06-10T10:45:22.068+10:002013-06-10T10:45:22.068+10:00Coming from a Cattle family, I am all too aware of...Coming from a Cattle family, I am all too aware of the implications on the live-export shenanigans going on.<br /><br />There is a twitter/facebook community called "Ask an Aussie Farmer" (https://www.facebook.com/askanaussiefarmer?fref=ts / https://twitter.com/AAAFarmer), and a hashtag - #supportliveex - which actually puts forward some very insightful comment on the repercussions and management of such issues.Jeaniehttp://jeanieinparadise.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-26871200824000208482013-06-10T10:16:05.065+10:002013-06-10T10:16:05.065+10:00Thanks Carly. You are such an awesome writer so I&...Thanks Carly. You are such an awesome writer so I'll take that as a real compliment! V.babblingbandit.mehttp://babblingbandit.me/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-11926667365754453832013-06-10T10:14:57.581+10:002013-06-10T10:14:57.581+10:00Hey James. I'm just a little blog and this top...Hey James. I'm just a little blog and this topic is not what I usually write about, but if I can open just a few people's eyes to the problems facing rural Australia right now then I've helped just a little bit. Thanks for reading. V.babblingbandit.mehttp://babblingbandit.me/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-8504663319395519302013-06-10T10:13:40.820+10:002013-06-10T10:13:40.820+10:00No worries Sheena! The project was a real eye open...No worries Sheena! The project was a real eye opener for me. Like I said I'm a city girl through and through, as you know, but I care about rural Australia. Some of what I read doing the research for this piece really broke my heart and it shocks me the mainstream media aren't talking more about it.babblingbandit.mehttp://babblingbandit.me/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-81326297646706865492013-06-10T10:11:14.026+10:002013-06-10T10:11:14.026+10:00Thanks Yo. This is an issue I've had in the ba...Thanks Yo. This is an issue I've had in the back of my mind since that infamous 4corners doco and the govt's kneejerk reaction to it. Looking further into the ban and the consequences it continues to cause years later and I'm flabbergasted that this is not a front page story. V.babblingbandit.mehttp://babblingbandit.me/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-50997503563093980832013-06-10T09:45:35.196+10:002013-06-10T09:45:35.196+10:00Thank you Vanessa. Its great to read these things ...Thank you Vanessa. Its great to read these things from a non rural based person. It gives heart to those out there that maybe some are listening. The ban and subsequent regulations that followed after its lifting have hurt all producers, while as you say, other countries are filling the void left by us.Michaelnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-27624198319315833342013-06-10T08:28:00.443+10:002013-06-10T08:28:00.443+10:00Well said Vanessa! There needs to be more local vo...Well said Vanessa! There needs to be more local voices out there reminding / creating awareness of the plight of our farmers! Will be sharing this as far & wide as I can! I hope you are finding relief from your weekend time out! All the best!Jodie Fisherhttp://freshhomecook.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-41630109000572985632013-06-09T22:46:08.905+10:002013-06-09T22:46:08.905+10:00Hi Vanessa I hope u are finding the long weekend o...Hi Vanessa I hope u are finding the long weekend ok. My heart is with u. Incredible post. I hadn't thought much of this side of the argument because I thought the ban was only temporary. It really comes down to education, everything does doesn't it - no matter what side. It also comes down to the heart of humanity on both sides - if animals are suffering here then the farmers have the responsibility to stop it. In Indonesian abbortoirs, the workers have the responsibility to be humane in thei treatment of the animals, it's really a very sad situation all round because at the end of the day the animals are still hurting :-( xxxKim@ Spirited Mamanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-84995123588896916092013-06-09T18:11:39.607+10:002013-06-09T18:11:39.607+10:00Great post V.
Since the report I've tried to m...Great post V.<br />Since the report I've tried to make more ethical choices when buying meat (and fruit/veg/dairy) - going to farmers markets, local grocers - but I still don't know if this is harming the industry.Carly Findlaynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7958829718723459845.post-1385424799879044032013-06-09T15:24:19.913+10:002013-06-09T15:24:19.913+10:00Hope this spreads the word of what's really go...Hope this spreads the word of what's really going on!Jamesnoreply@blogger.com