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Sisters are doing it for themselves

Cropping

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Record numbers for first Liebe field walk

Local farmers and industry representatives flocked to the recent Liebe Group Post Seeding Field Walk that was held at the Main Trial Site in Latham.

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Good agricultural stewardship to be rewarded

The federal agriculture minister wants to see farmers get tangible rewards for investing in good stewardship practises.

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Merinos pay to plant crops

Australian Merinos taking the risk out of cropping business.

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New seeding trials reduce weed risk

The first sterile leucaena trial seedlings have been planted in Western Australia's north, at secure sites at Carnarvon, Broome and Kununurra.

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Pandemic to slow international beer market

THE international beer market is expected to take six years to fully recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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South American wheat crop forecasts are humming

Industry analysts advise Brazil is on track to produce a record wheat crop this year.

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Opportunities for lupins into Asia

There could be opportunities for Australia to market lupins into Asian intensive livestock industries such as the dairy sector.

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Senior bulk handling executives talk up big year

There is a sense of growing optimism about the harvest with major bulk handlers in all corners of the country all reporting good prospects.

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Good agricultural stewardship to be rewarded

The federal agriculture minister wants to see farmers get tangible rewards for investing in good stewardship practises.

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New seeding trials reduce weed risk

The first sterile leucaena trial seedlings have been planted in Western Australia's north, at secure sites at Carnarvon, Broome and Kununurra.

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Opportunities for lupins into Asia

There could be opportunities for Australia to market lupins into Asian intensive livestock industries such as the dairy sector.

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Chinese cotton company's creditors may get 20c in the dollar

Unsecured creditors may get less than 20 cents in every dollar they are owed after the collapse of Chinese-owned merchant Weilin Trade

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Ag RDCs on notice

Ag RDCs need to collaborate better and deliver more for levy and tax payers according to ag minister David Littleproud.

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Pandemic to slow international beer market

THE international beer market is expected to take six years to fully recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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South American wheat crop forecasts are humming

Industry analysts advise Brazil is on track to produce a record wheat crop this year.

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Senior bulk handling executives talk up big year

There is a sense of growing optimism about the harvest with major bulk handlers in all corners of the country all reporting good prospects.

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Solution promised for ag border chaos

The Federal Government is working to ensure that cross border restrictions do not negatively impact the ag sector.

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Sheep

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Should sheep eID tags become compulsory nationally?

There are growing calls for the livestock industry to implement a national strategy on sheep identification tags.

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Sharing the good news about meat

US paves the way with consumer education, says ICMJ's Priscilla Evans

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Sisters are doing it for themselves

It's a family affair for sisters Amanda Smith & Sam King, Perenjori.

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Reduced Victorian output to be mitigated by lower throughput

As the biggest processing state of sheep and lamb in the country, what impact will Victoria's reduced capacity have on the industry as a whole?

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Sharing the good news about meat

US paves the way with consumer education, says ICMJ's Priscilla Evans

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Merinos pay to plant crops

Australian Merinos taking the risk out of cropping business.

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Pandemic to slow down shearing programs

It's likely the State COVID-19 border closures is the reason behind the shortage.

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New resources launched for tips on trait selection

MLA has launched new resources to help commercial producers target specific traits identified when buying sires.

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Stock footing the bill for bumper season

Stock are footing the bill as foot abscess cases increase.

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Pandemic to slow down shearing programs

It's likely the State COVID-19 border closures is the reason behind the shortage.

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DPIRD takes over wild dog co-ordination

Funds allocated to the role will go to the appointment of three DPIRD project officers.

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Reduced Victorian output to be mitigated by lower throughput

As the biggest processing state of sheep and lamb in the country, what impact will Victoria's reduced capacity have on the industry as a whole?

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New resources launched for tips on trait selection

MLA has launched new resources to help commercial producers target specific traits identified when buying sires.

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Sisters are doing it for themselves

It's a family affair for sisters Amanda Smith & Sam King, Perenjori.

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Stock footing the bill for bumper season

Stock are footing the bill as foot abscess cases increase.

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DPIRD takes over wild dog co-ordination

Funds allocated to the role will go to the appointment of three DPIRD project officers.

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What benefit does scanning have to your ewe sale price?

Does indicating whether your ewes are in lamb to singles or multiples improve your returns when selling them?

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What benefit does scanning have to your ewe sale price?

Decline in Middle East live export numbers

Poll Dorset-Merino cross line takes win

Six-month shearing hits target market length

Cattle

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Extracting more value from cull cows

Study looks into economics of feeding culls cows

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Teys forges new carcase measuring frontiers

Journey towards commercial application of eating quality grading technology not straightforward

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Cattle on feed remain above the million mark

High quality grainfed beef demand remains.

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Older cows' time to shine

Reduced national herd sees buyers reconsider older cows.

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Logistics the key to keeping beef on Victorian shelves

Plenty of beef, and processing capacity, but how quickly can supply chains pivot.

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Sharing the good news about meat

US paves the way with consumer education, says ICMJ's Priscilla Evans

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Containment feeding proves its worth beyond drought

Graham Centre livestock forum: Curry and Old Cobran lessons on containment lots

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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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It's going to get worse before it gets better

Our Informer will keep you up to date with everything you need to know today.

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Ingham's poultry processing operations plucked by Victorian virus lockdown

Victorian chicken meat processing facilities at Somerville and Thomastown will scale back operations for six weeks

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A cruise liner and COVID? Again, surely not?

Our Informer will keep you up to date with everything you need to know today.

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School's in: Machinery companies conduct virtual training sessions

Major machinery companies are finding virtual ways to connect with dealers and customers.

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Don't panic - there's plenty of meat to go round

'Take a chill-pill': leading Melbourne butcher Peter Bouchier, on panic buying.

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'What we're dealing with here is a disaster'

Our Informer will keep you up to date with everything you need to know today.

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Abattoirs may be in restrictions spotlight

Some Victorian businesses may have to reduce staff numbers, to help combat COVID-19.

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Ten tips to help your parenting during COVID-19 lockdowns

As Ballarat heads back in to stage three restrictions, here's some advice to help families stay strong over the next six weeks

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Property

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Grand residence of country elegance

This is the country homestead that dreams are made of.

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An ideal location for southern grazing

MacKenzie Hill is just off Albany Highway and about 35 kilometres from Albany in the thriving locality of Narrikup.

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Excellent parcel in sought-after region

Lizard Rock is about 21 kilometres south west of Kojonup, 61km from Katanning and 155km from Albany.

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Rural sanctuary is ideal country home

The ancient and commanding Porongorup Ranges provide a magnificent backdrop to this exquisite horse and/or lifestyle farmlet in the heart of wine country.

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Photos and Video

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Nardoo auction on September 11 | Video

Gulf property Nardoo will be auctioned by Ray White Rural in Brisbane on September 11.

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Venturon embryos raise awareness of Black Dog Ride

Embryo packages from the 2020 Black Dog Ride donation heifer Venturon Clementine 11 will be up for grabs in August with all proceeds raised going back to the mental health charity.

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Last chance to nominate for 2021 Australian of the Year awards

Someone already knows the 2021 Australian of the Year. But have they even nominated them?

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Thargomindah's Autumnvale sold

Thargomindah property Autumnvale has sold, for a figure understood to be in the mid-$4 million range.

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COMMENT

Funding boost puts farm safety back on agenda

The chair of Farmsafe Australia, Charles Armstrong, said the organisation is undergoing a significant revitalisation project.

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Weather

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Victoria and Tasmania shiver through Antarctic blast

Victoria and Tasmania are halfway through an icy spell that has seen some centres likely to record their coldest four days since the 90s.

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Summer rain the catalyst at Cadoux

"Our number one saying is yield is king," said Cadoux farmer Bryce McNamara.

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NSW, East Gippsland major beneficiaries of rainband

There were some big tallies on NSW's South Coast and in East Gippsland, while western Queensland and northern NSW also had a drink.

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Winter break: East coast low set to spark heavy falls

NSW is the headline act but many parts of eastern Australia can expect good rain in the next eight days with two fronts sweeping through.

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