A retired truck driver has developed a wide, steel, cattle-loading ramp that allows animals to walk side by side, mimicking natural herd behaviour and reducing noise, agitation and the risk of injury ...

The Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters Association is petitioning state governments nationwide to legislate livestock loading ramp standards which are currently an unenforceable guideline.

A push to highlight the poor quality of loading ramps across Australia has gained a strong following online, in a bid to improve ramp quality, animal welfare and workplace safety. The “Crap Loading ...

A hint of humour and a dash of frustration are the ingredients behind the Crap Loading Ramps Australia Facebook page that is driving improvements in livestock loading practices.

This common piece of equipment is putting South Aussie farmers in “dangerous situations” and now they’re demanding action on laws they believe will save lives. The Australian Livestock and Rural ...