The inaugural Angus Australia x NTCA Young Producers Supply Chain Tour, supported by Teys Australia, gave a group of emerging Northern Territory producers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at every stage of Australia’s domestic beef supply chain, from feedlot management and genetics to processing, logistics, marketing, and sustainability.

Held from 27–31 October 2025, the program travelled from Brisbane through Dalby and Condamine to the Port of Brisbane, visiting some of the country’s most advanced beef operations and hearing directly from Teys Australia’s senior leadership team.

From Feedlot to Genetics

At Teys Condamine Feedlot, participants were hosted by General Manager Phil Lambert, who shared insights into the feedlot’s 30,000-head operation, its precision feeding systems, and the company’s strong focus on community, animal welfare, and environmental responsibility. With 70% of the site’s power generated by solar, and ongoing trials of Asparagopsis seaweed to cut methane emissions, Condamine demonstrated how modern feedlots are integrating sustainability and efficiency.

The group also visited JK Cattle Company, operated by Justin and Kate Boshammer, where disciplined breeding and data-driven decision-making underpin a high-performance stud enterprise. Their focus on herd efficiency, short joining windows and genetic transparency reinforced the commercial importance of structure and consistency at every level of production.

Inside Australia’s Beef Engine Room

At Teys’ Brisbane headquarters, participants met senior executives including Grant Geary (GM Feedlots & ALFA Chair), Jock Hudson (GM Sales), and Charlie Hollingworth (COO), who provided a candid overview of domestic and export markets, brand differentiation, and sustainability expectations. Discussions spanned from feedlot economics and market access programs (such as HGP-free and Grasslands accreditation) to carbon accounting tools and Science Based Targets (SBTi). A key theme was that emissions reduction and brand integrity are now critical to market access both domestically and internationally. The group later toured the Beenleigh Processing Facility, observing automation, robotic packaging, and traceability systems in action, followed by a visit to the Port of Brisbane’s fully robotic distribution centre, a facility that redefines supply chain precision and accountability.

Bringing It Full Circle

The week concluded with visits to Melrina Wholesale and retail butchers, offering insight into how provenance, presentation and branding influence consumer choices. Throughout the program, Teys Australia opened every door – from boardroom to boning room – to build genuine understanding between processors and producers. Participants left with a deeper appreciation of the domestic beef market’s scale, sophistication, and value to Australian agriculture. “We’re not just cattle producers, we’re producing beef for the world,” said Condamine Feedlot GM, Phil Lambert. That sentiment echoed throughout the tour, as young producers saw firsthand how their cattle flow through a complex, highly technical, and proudly Australian supply chain.

A Team Effort

The NTCA sincerely thanks Teys Australia for their generosity, openness, and the significant time invested by their staff and leadership throughout the week. Their willingness to share knowledge and showcase all aspects of their operations made this an unparalleled learning opportunity for young producers. The Association also acknowledges Angus Australia as a valued project partner, whose collaboration, industry relationships and support were instrumental in delivering this inaugural supply chain tour and strengthening pathways for the next generation of Northern beef industry leaders. This program was truly a collaboration and we look forward to continuing the partnership into the future.