Understanding the perceptions and motivations of those managing grazing lands and rangelands is critical to sustainability efforts. This research surveyed 367 Australian beef producers and identified four distinct producer groups on the basis of their perceptions of their industry’s sustainability, public support and attitudes towards industry emissions. The findings have implications for engaging producers and the success of programs and policies designed to influence acceptance, and adoption, of sustainability-related technologies and practices.

Cell-fences are predator-proof, mainly dingo (Canis familiaris)-proof, fences surrounding a group of livestock properties. A study into the economic value of cell fencing in Western Australia found that only 43.4% of cell-fenced scenarios were more profitable than the relevant unfenced scenario. Whereas survival and reproduction of small livestock (i.e. sheep and goats) improved under cell fencing, investment in cell-fence construction, maintenance and dingo removal did not result in greater profits for cattle enterprises.

The legitimate role of grazing management as an effective nature-based climate solution has been challenged despite almost 42 million ha of Australian rangelands delivering carbon sequestration through regeneration of native forests. We provide a review of the literature to underpin grazing principles and guidelines to support woody regeneration. The primary role of climate in setting the direction of regeneration is highlighted but the extent to which this potential can be realised is moderated by grazing management.