Outback Beef has been thriving following last month’s rain, which marked the beginning of a vibrant new season at Yarrie Station in the heart of the Pilbara. In just a few weeks, the landscape has transformed from ochre dirt and grey water to a lush, green tapestry stretching across the horizon.
Rain from Cyclone Zelia may have left us a little waterlogged for a while, but with the sun readily shining down since, there’s been no end to the changing scenery. The puddles evaporated to reveal blooms of acacia, the river receded back to its banks, and the eucalyptus burst new shoots into the canopy.
This natural regeneration is what allows us to continue producing quality, natural Australian beef in harmony with the land.
Recovery and Resilience
However, the impact of the cyclone has not been so positive for our fences. With the flood comes odd questions which only arise weeks later, when traversing a newly designed riverbed, asking ourselves ‘where did the fence run and where is it now?’ The answer is sometimes ‘a metre below hot sand and tangled driftwood.’ Nevertheless, river fencing means river swims, a refreshing break on long days.
To Greener Pastures
While there is still plenty of work to be done as our crew prepare for the upcoming season, we can’t complain with magnificent views like this. When the sun sets each evening, the landscape glows in regal purples and golds, like a grand ceremony welcoming in a new season of growth.
The changing seasons are a vital part of the natural Pilbara environment where our cattle thrive. A healthy, fertile country makes for succulent natural beef.
