On The Land
6 July, 2025
Adopt a beast for a good cause
A CHARITY dedicated solely to supporting cattle graziers with livestock recovery after crisis events like floods, droughts, and fires are asking for people to help them raise $50,000.
Adopt-A-Beast Inc founder Nathalie Grassi said while floodwaters may have receded in parts of the country hit recently, the recovery for many graziers was only just beginning.
“With livestock losses mounting and limited support available, small cattle producers across the state are struggling to rebuild. Insurance and government assistance can be delayed or out of reach, leaving graziers in limbo – unable to restart their herds or restore their livelihoods,” she said.
“We’re not here to replace everything they’ve lost. We’re here to help restore something far more powerful – hope.
“These graziers have faced heartbreak most of us will never know. By giving them a few good breeding animals, we offer more than livestock – we offer a reason to keep going. We believe in their resilience.”
The Rockhampton-based charity is the only one in Australia dedicated to helping with livestock recovery.
Through their EOFY Flood Recovery Appeal, the charity aims to raise $50,000 to fund the provision of heifers, bulls, and breeding support to graziers in hard-hit areas. All donations are fully tax-deductible.
“It’s not about replacing whole herds – it’s about getting something back on the land, something to build on,” Nathalie said.
“Even a small number of animals can mean the difference between giving up and starting again.”
Australians can support the appeal by visiting www.adoptabeast.org
