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Five Mistakes Producers Make in Good Seasons (And How to Avoid Them)
When the rain arrives, paddocks turn green and pasture starts growing, it's easy to feel like the pressure is off.
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Why Monitoring Pasture Recovery Matters
Just because a paddock is looking greener doesn't necessarily mean it's ready to graze again.
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September Newsletter: Science direct to the front gate
September at Cibo Labs: Keeping Pace with Change
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Why Objective Data Matters: Getting Everyone on the Same Page
Ask 15 producers to look at the same paddock and estimate how much Total Standing Dry Matter (TSDM) is available, and how many answers do you think...
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Straight from the Scientist: State of the Map 2026 Conference
Why the Best Pasture Maps Still Need Ground Truth G'day from Paris, where geospatial developers and cartographers have gathered for the State of the...
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August Newsletter: Science direct to the front gate
August at Cibo Labs: Preparing for What’s Ahead There’s plenty happening as we move towards spring, with changing seasonal conditions, evolving...
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Have You Started Preparing for Spring?
Spring is getting closer, and for many producers, preparations are already underway.
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What Your Best Paddocks Can Teach You
Every producer has paddocks they consider their best performers.
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Understanding Fractional Cover: See Changes Before They Become Problems
We all know the importance of keeping an eye on pasture. But by the time a change is obvious from the ute window or during a paddock inspection, it...
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One Number Isn’t Enough: Why Seeing the Full Picture Matters in Grazing Management
When it comes to pasture management, it’s easy to focus on a single number.
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3 Early Signs You Might Be Heading Into a Feed Gap (And What to Watch For)
Feed gaps are one of the biggest challenges producers face and one of the hardest to manage once they’ve fully arrived. The reality is, feed...
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Take Stock Now: Why This Time of Year Matters for Your Feed Budget
At this point in the year, most producers find themselves at a turning point... deciding the next move.
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Late April Fuel Pressure: Why Reducing Unnecessary Trips Matters More Than Ever
The Situation on the Ground Industry updates indicate late April will be a critical pressure point for fuel and fertiliser supply across Australian...
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Stay Ahead of Market Access, Without Changing How You Farm
Global supply chains are evolving rapidly, and Australian farmers face increasing pressure to meet international standards. Frameworks like the...
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Using AFM and PastureKey Together for Smarter Feedbase Decisions
For producers looking to get more value from their feedbase data, the Australian Feedbase Monitor (AFM) and PastureKey aren’t competing tools,...
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Straight from the Paddock - Nik Henry
Unlocking the True Potential of Your Paddocks: Understanding Pasture Biomass Variability and the Power of Objective Measurement
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From Science to Scale: Reflecting on 2025 and looking to 2026 A Summary from our Founders
As we close the door on 2025, we (Phil and Peter) have been taking a moment to look back at what has arguably been the most pivotal year in Cibo...
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Decoding the season: Use Pasture Deciles for smarter grazing decisions
Knowing whether your season is “good,” “bad,” or “average” is critical for proactive farm management. Traditionally, this decision relied heavily on...
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More accurate than ever: Cibo Labs delivers major model upgrade for PastureKey users
A step forward in feedbase intelligence For livestock producers, accurate feedbase data underpins every major grazing and stocking decision. From...
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A new view of your feedbase, without leaving the homestead
Ever wondered how your pastures compare to the rest of Australia? Whether you’re planning stocking rates, exploring agistment opportunities, or...