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Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has launched the Feedlot Research for Accelerated Adoption Program (RAAD), a $45 million initiative over five years in collaboration with The Australian Lot Feeders' Association (ALFA). The program aims to drive innovation in the feedlot sector by integrating research within feedlots to produce evidence that can be shared and adopted.

The initial focus will be on shade and shelter systems, with future expansions into animal health, automation, and sustainability. Participation will be supported through co-funding from the MLA Donor Company, ensuring commercial ownership and transparent results.