Tuesday, 22 April 2025
The Glen Innes sheep saleyards are now fully up-to-date and ready for buying and selling livestock with the purchase and installation of electronic identification (eID) items thanks to a $193,101 grant that was secured from the NSW Department of Primary Industries.
New legislative requirements mean stock owners will be required to electronically tag for sheep and goats prior to their arrival at saleyards.
On their arrival to the saleyards, the tags are scanned and read. The system ensures full traceability from farm to processor.
The installation of the new equipment means the Glen Innes sheep saleyards fully meet the new regulations.
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan was pleased with the funding win and said the upgrades to the sheep yards means they will continue to serve the industry for years to come.
“While some councils are shutting their yards due to low demand, the sheep saleyards in Glen Innes are still among the busiest in the state,” he said.
“This is reflective of the strong sheep and wool industry in the Northern Tablelands, particularly in Glen Innes.
“The new infrastructure means farmers and agents can continue to confidently trade knowing the system meets all legal standards and requirements.”
Glen Innes Severn Council mayor Margot Davis said the upgrades to the sheep saleyards are a great addition to the well-functioning facility.
“This addition to our sheep yards will improve the tracking and monitoring of stock essential to modern facilities and standards,” she said.
“Our experienced council staff contributed to the solution and works required for its installation and to accommodate the technology in a functional way.”
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Photo caption: GISC’s director of place and growth Riarna Sheridan, mayor Margot Davis, deputy mayor Carol Sparks, Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan, GISC grants officer Richard Quinn, and Glen Innes saleyards manager Aaron Campbell at the newly-upgraded Glen Innes sheep saleyards.