Feral deer numbers have exploded across North Queensland and researchers are trying to figure out ways to deal with the pest.

Since purchasing Bygana Station, 150km north-west of Clermont, the Kiernan family has continued to concentrate their efforts on producing high-quality, grass-fed, EU accredited Droughtmaster cattle for entry into the backgrounder feedlot and finisher market.

The Jonsson family, Jervoise Station, Greenvale, has made a last ditch public plea to help fund a new abattoir for their organic beef operation.