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Cropping

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Dry WA finish puts dent on national crop

Production is slightly down at about 7.8 million tonnes.

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Stars align as yields, prices hit highs

Australian grain growers are looking forward to a rare mix of good yields and high prices as international concerns fuel price rises.

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WA crops fail to reach potential

The slide in potential grain yield had been substantial over the past month

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Exciting new non-GM canola traits registered in US

A North American developer of canola genetics has received a boost with a suite of its traits being classified non-GM by the USDA.

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A Beast of a new variety for barley growers

A new barley variety is set to enhance the productivity and resilience of barley growing across Australia.

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Global futures prices strong for wheat

CBOT Futures surged in the past week and are looking good for local wheat sales.

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Projects to help get the most out of soil

A range of soil amelioration projects are being mooted to allow farmers to get the most out of their soils by removing subsoil constraints.

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Grain recovery the biggest in nearly 40 years

You have to cast your mind back to the early 80s to find such a big year on year boost to grain production across Australia.

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Stars align as yields, prices hit highs

Australian grain growers are looking forward to a rare mix of good yields and high prices as international concerns fuel price rises.

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Exciting new non-GM canola traits registered in US

A North American developer of canola genetics has received a boost with a suite of its traits being classified non-GM by the USDA.

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Projects to help get the most out of soil

A range of soil amelioration projects are being mooted to allow farmers to get the most out of their soils by removing subsoil constraints.

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East coast harvest delays appear inevitable

Grain quality concerns raised in light of potentially wet harvest conditions.

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Staggering bounce back in NSW grain production

The rebound in NSW grain production is likely to a record, with the 2019-20 drought followed by the predicted 2020-21 bumper.

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A Beast of a new variety for barley growers

A new barley variety is set to enhance the productivity and resilience of barley growing across Australia.

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Global futures prices strong for wheat

CBOT Futures surged in the past week and are looking good for local wheat sales.

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Grain recovery the biggest in nearly 40 years

You have to cast your mind back to the early 80s to find such a big year on year boost to grain production across Australia.

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West grain production downgrades

There is a lot of hype on the east coast about the upcoming harvest but in the west things do not look so good due to a dry spring.

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Sheep

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Gaze family hits WAMMCO sweet spot

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'World's cutest sheep' causes biosecurity concerns

A unique sheep breed commonly referred to as "the world's cutest sheep" is creating something of a biosecurity storm in Australia.

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Lamb exports on the up as economies recover

Despite Covid shaking the export markets up earlier this year, lamb is making a recovery.

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What the livestock industry can learn from COVID-19

There are a lot of lessons the Australian livestock industry can take from the COVID-19 pandemic.

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'World's cutest sheep' causes biosecurity concerns

A unique sheep breed commonly referred to as "the world's cutest sheep" is creating something of a biosecurity storm in Australia.

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Bumpy ride for wool continues

Low supplies continue to spur buying activity in the wool market.

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Positive perceptions of red meat growing

Two in three Australians feel good about the red meat industry says latest consumer research.

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New resource to ensure you're correctly transporting livestock

Agriculture Victoria has created a livestock transport checklist to help farmers prepare and plan their trips.

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How you can use data to get results on your farm

A Victorian producer is urging others to use data and digital technology to help make informed decisions.

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Positive perceptions of red meat growing

Two in three Australians feel good about the red meat industry says latest consumer research.

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Export consumer demand for lamb remains uncertain

Coronavirus continues to impact on Australia's lamb market as consumer demand remains uncertain.

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What the livestock industry can learn from COVID-19

There are a lot of lessons the Australian livestock industry can take from the COVID-19 pandemic.

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New resource to ensure you're correctly transporting livestock

Agriculture Victoria has created a livestock transport checklist to help farmers prepare and plan their trips.

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Lamb exports on the up as economies recover

Despite Covid shaking the export markets up earlier this year, lamb is making a recovery.

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How you can use data to get results on your farm

A Victorian producer is urging others to use data and digital technology to help make informed decisions.

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Export consumer demand for lamb remains uncertain

Coronavirus continues to impact on Australia's lamb market as consumer demand remains uncertain.

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High-tech research to prevent shearing shed injuries

New high-tech research is underway to establish how back injuries can be avoided in shearing sheds.

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High-tech research to prevent shearing shed injuries

Beetles set to get our pastures out of the crap

Resilience through adversity key to red meat success

Report details lack of female representation in red meat

Cattle

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Cattle market hits record prices, again

Cattle averages have broken through the 800c/kg barrier.

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What will genomic patent decision mean for beef?

In its original form the patent covered 66 per cent of the bovine genome.

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Cattle Council announces board candidates

All five of the candidates announced by Cattle Council are current CCA board members.

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Here's what makes cattle chill out

Researchers confirm cows like a good face-to-face chat.

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Cattle splinter groups urged to 'get back in the boat'

Calls for unity and stronger advocacy, particularly in grassfed cattle

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OPINION

Is carbon neutral really the right path for red meat?

"It is utterly unacceptable for industry elitists to promote messaging that vilifies livestock."

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EYCI hits yet another record

Young cattle market jumps 20c in past week

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Moo-vers and Shakers

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Adaptation and change pays dividends

Changing tack is never easy but for those bold enough to do so, such as the Curtis family, the benefits could be enormous.

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Limousins progressing in leaps and bounds

The annual society-sponsored Northern Limousin Breeders Sale will be happening this year on Friday, August 7, from 12pm to 5pm.

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Hundreds of Booroomooka Angus' top bulls go under hammer in blockbuster sale

The Booroomooka Angus Bull Sale (August 14) will see 231 of the prestigious stud's high quality animals go under the hammer.

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Lawral Park SAMM genetics lift lamb growth at Bordertown

The SAMM sheep breed is the backbone of the Pietsch family's mixed farming operation at Bordertown in South Australia, producing quality ewes for prime lamb production.

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World's largest Speckle Park sale garners attention across the beef industry

Many commercial beef producers are looking to the Speckle Park to improve the efficiency of their herd.

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Hazeldean Angus announces inaugural bull sale in Tamworth, NSW

Seedstock industry leader, Hazeldean Angus, will hold its first bull sale in Tamworth on Wednesday, August 19, to better service clients in northern NSW.

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Boosting production, profits with Belmont Reds

The 2020 Seifert Belmont Reds sale is on July 30, on property and via AuctionsPlus.

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Bringing the sale yard to you

New online platform FarmGate Auctions is in development to add stud sales to its services.

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Coronavirus

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Listen to your heart

People with cardiovascular disease are more at risk of contracting COVID-19

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Showing them the money - $39m in grants open to shows, field days

A 'pandemic-busting cash injection' for shows and field day events forced to cancel because of COVID-19 is now available.

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Ag output values flatline at $61b as virus and restocking cut earnings

An improved season will be a drag on some agricultural production earnings this year as producers rebuild after drought, withholding livestock from market

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International Dairy Week cancelled

Australia's largest dairy show International Dairy Week is the latest event to be cancelled due to COVID-19.

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Organic sector makes the most of a crisis year as demand spikes

At their peak, sales of certified organic lines jumped more than 50 per cent above normal monthly trends, and remain solid.

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Delivery now struggling to keep up with new tractor demand

Latest data from the Tractor and Machinery Association shows that new tractor sales are still strong across most of Australia.

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Virus erodes farmer confidence, but good season keeps most upbeat

Latest Rabobank research shows about 27pc of farmers are actually pessimistic about their economic outlook, despite much-improved seasonal conditions.

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Traffic light system for reopening

Farmers, transporters part of COVID-19 roadmap planning.

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Property

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Twiggy snaps up premium Hill River farms

The two grazing properties span about 5100 hectares.

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CGH to close after selling facility

Priced at $2.2m, the site is for sale through Elders Real Estate.

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Nicoletti lists Beermullah farm for sale

"I want to sell it and put my money elsewhere."

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Lifetime of loving the land and farming

The property is 1908.53ha & is best suited to sheep & cropping.

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Photos and Video

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Australian film to depict two feuding farming brothers

A film is set to be released next week which depicts two Australian brothers and their prized rams competing against each other in the showring.

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Scottsvale sold at auction | Video

Mitchell buffel grass property Scottsvale has sold at auction for $2.775 million.

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WATCH

Licence fees on internet giants key to saving our voices: Joyce

Barnaby Joyce weighs in on Save our Voices campaign.

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Caught on camera - Jackman's buff boots 'n all sales pitch for RMs

As new ownership speculation grows, a cheeky RM Williams promotional video starring an almost-naked Hugh Jackman is stirring discussion, too

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Licence fees on internet giants key to saving our voices: Joyce

Barnaby Joyce weighs in on Save our Voices campaign.

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Weather

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What's been driving the BOM bonkers in forecasts this year

The type of rain-bringing weather event is more difficult to accurately predict in terms of the location of rainfall than other systems.

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Heavy rain delights Victorian, South Australian croppers

There has been a heavy band of rain pass through Victoria and South Australia delivering the heaviest October rain in 15 years for some.

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It's official: batten down the hatches for a La Nina this spring and summer

The Bureau of Meteorology has confirmed Australia will experience a La Nina weather event this spring and summer.

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La Nina called by American forecasters

American meteorologists have officially called a La Nina event in the Pacific Ocean but the BOM is holding off on a similar call - for now.

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