The Droughtmaster Next Gen is the junior (under 30 years old) division of Droughtmaster Australia. Established in 2018, they are a member-driven organisation with an enthusiastic Committee, passionate about the future of the breed and the wider beef industry. Next Gen offer youth members a fun forum through which they can meet and support one another to pursue a common interest in Droughtmaster cattle, the opportunity to develop friendships with peers and build relationships within the industry, and increase further development in the wider beef industry. They also create opportunities for education in the areas of showing, judging, and animal care, as well as coordinating networking opportunities.

Many Next Gen members will no doubt go on to be leaders in the industry.

For regular information on Next Gen activities find them on

Facebook @DroughtmasterAustraliaNextGen

Instagram droughtmaster_next_gen

Upcoming Events

NEXT GEN SILENT AUCTION
12-17 September 2025, Droughtmaster National Bull Sale, Gracemere, Rockhampton.

The annual Auction raises money for future educational events involving Next Gen members. This year’s auction will be held as a silent auction with bidding available online via StockLive. A list of all auction items are available on the Next Gen Facebook page and Stocklive.

Next Gen will also be holding a raffle. Grab your tickets here to be in the draw to win a share in over $1,500 worth of prizes.

YOUNG BEEF PRODUCERS’ FORUM
12-13 November 2025, Roma.

The Droughtmaster Next Gen Committee are excited to present an opportunity to support Droughtmaster members and enthusiasts to attend the 2025 YBPF. We are awarding up to three positions to attend the forum’s full program which includes the YBPF cocktail event so applicants must be over 18 (and under 30 as of 12 November 2025).

Location: Roma, Queensland

APPLICATIONS CLOSED

Recipients Announced: 15th September 2025