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Cropping

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Second jury finds glypo / cancer link

A SECOND US jury has found that glyphosate has contributed to a person's cancer.

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Don't get complacent about disease in dry

There may have been a low foliar disease burden last year, but farmers need to remain vigilant this season, according to a disease expert.

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Keep seed treatments for RWA effective

Farmers may be tempted to protect against Russian Wheat Aphid with a seed treatment but they may be increasing risks of resistance.

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Exemption sought for machinery movement

An amnesty from Main Roads WA on prosecuting farmers moving over-mass and over-size airseeding rigs on public roads prior to the start of this cropping season has been sought by WAFarmers.

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VFF confirms concern over Lempriere Grain

The VFF has confirmed it has been contacted by members concerned about slow / non payment for grain by Lempriere Grain.

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Indian government investigates pulse collusion claims

There have been raids of offices as part of an Indian government crackdown into possible cartel pricing by pulse traders in 2015-16.

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$130 million cannabis facility for Mildura

Cann Group is set to build a $130 million greenhouse at Mildura to produce up to 50 tonnes of dry cannabis flowers annually.

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More demand but more competition in SE Asia

The south-east Asian wheat market is expected to grow by 16 per cent by 2023 but Australia will face increased competition for market share.

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Don't get complacent about disease in dry

There may have been a low foliar disease burden last year, but farmers need to remain vigilant this season, according to a disease expert.

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Exemption sought for machinery movement

An amnesty from Main Roads WA on prosecuting farmers moving over-mass and over-size airseeding rigs on public roads prior to the start of this cropping season has been sought by WAFarmers.

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$130 million cannabis facility for Mildura

Cann Group is set to build a $130 million greenhouse at Mildura to produce up to 50 tonnes of dry cannabis flowers annually.

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On-farm lime discovery breaks new ground

Andrew Fowler said they noticed cows licking rocks in an area of one of their paddocks and they did some investigation as to why.

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Agrifac focusing on the 4 Es

Efficiency, economy, ergonomics and ecology are the key tenets behind spray manufacturer Agrifac's philosophy.

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VFF confirms concern over Lempriere Grain

The VFF has confirmed it has been contacted by members concerned about slow / non payment for grain by Lempriere Grain.

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Indian government investigates pulse collusion claims

There have been raids of offices as part of an Indian government crackdown into possible cartel pricing by pulse traders in 2015-16.

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More demand but more competition in SE Asia

The south-east Asian wheat market is expected to grow by 16 per cent by 2023 but Australia will face increased competition for market share.

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Grain prices on the slide despite prolonged dry

Grain prices have come off almost $80 a tonne in some port zones since November, but a recent spike shows the market is still nervous.

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Sheep

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Sheep industry celebrates at CRC final conference

Sheep industry celebrates 19 years of success at CRC final conference.

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Scanned Wyche first-cross ewes make $263

Good result from a small crowd at Wycheproof.

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Export markets key to lamb and sheep price behaviour

The Stock Take: Mecardo's Angus Brown talks about the export and supply of Australian lamb.

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AWI announces delay to conversations about governance

Australian Wool Innovation has confirmed it is cancelling its proposed EGM and delaying conversations until later this year.

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Scanned Wyche first-cross ewes make $263

Good result from a small crowd at Wycheproof.

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White Suffolk ewe sells for $5000 record

The grand champion and champion White Suffolk ewe at the Wagin Woolorama has sold for an equal record Australian price for a White Suffolk ewe.

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Research delivers sheep industry boost

The sheep industry is on the way to realising a boost in value by more than $121 million by 2029.

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Breeding the future terminal sire

What will the terminal sire look like in 2039? Poll Dorset breeders take an in-depth look during the 2019 national conference.

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VFF slam 'deplorable' animal activist decision

The decision to give animal activists who trespassed onto a farm and stole livestock a slap on the wrist has been slammed by the VFF.

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Research delivers sheep industry boost

The sheep industry is on the way to realising a boost in value by more than $121 million by 2029.

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Jusak return yields grand champion title

The Suffolk breed has long been a strong contender among the British and Australasian breeds at the Make Smoking History Wagin Woolorama and in 2019 it proved it is a force to be reckoned with, taking out the supreme interbreed champion exhibit.

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AWI announces delay to conversations about governance

Australian Wool Innovation has confirmed it is cancelling its proposed EGM and delaying conversations until later this year.

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Breeding the future terminal sire

What will the terminal sire look like in 2039? Poll Dorset breeders take an in-depth look during the 2019 national conference.

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Export markets key to lamb and sheep price behaviour

The Stock Take: Mecardo's Angus Brown talks about the export and supply of Australian lamb.

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VFF slam 'deplorable' animal activist decision

The decision to give animal activists who trespassed onto a farm and stole livestock a slap on the wrist has been slammed by the VFF.

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Jusak return yields grand champion title

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Research delivers $121 million sheep industry boost

Thanks to the Sheep CRC’s 12-year genomics research program the sheep industry is on the way to realising a boost in value of more than $121 million

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Research delivers $121 million sheep industry boost

Electric fence works to deter wild dogs

Ewe lambs top $121 at Woodanilling sale

Records smashed for lamb exports in January

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Wodonga cancels store sale

There was a last minute cancellation of the Wodonga store cattle market.

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United Nations adds fuel to 'war on meat'

A call by the United Nations for a tax at retail level to reduce meat consumption will give animal activists a new weapon in their war on livestock farming.

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Floods may be last straw for many US MidWest farmers

Ice chunks the size of small cars from nearby rivers have ploughed through barns and farm houses.

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Rain sees EYCI rally to 441.25c

The benchmark Eastern Young Cattle Indicator has rebounded to 441.25c a kg on the back of useful rain in NSW and Queensland.

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Ballarat prices correct as season unravels

Ballarat prices "off-the-pace" but in line with recent adjustments.

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Uruguayan beef back in Japan after 19-year absence

Uruguayan beef has gained re-entry into the Japanese market after a 19-year absence but MLA says Australia shouldn't get too worried.

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Cheaper but Tassie price bubble continues

Although cheaper, Tasmanian cattle breeders are being well paid compared to their north island neighbors.

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The Coopers Couch

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Coopers Couch E4: The tougher the season, the higher the potential for scours

Sponsored Content: Calf scours costs the industry more than $23 million per year. Vet Steph Bullen explains how you can protect your herd.

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The Coopers Couch E5: Lice eating away at profits

Sheep lice may be tiny but the financial burden they place upon the industry is gargantuan. With a cool dry season almost upon us, producers cannot afford to ignore this bio-security threat.

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The Coopers Couch E3: Ongoing dry creates the perfect storm for Pinkeye

Sponsored content: Cases of pinkeye are on the rise across the country due to the dry and dusty conditions bought on by drought, but there is a solution.

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A prime example of quality farm land

You could move straight into the renovated, reclad and fully insulated, air-conditioned three-bedroom, two-bathroom home which has a new iron roof, new kitchen and bathroom and no more work to do.

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Enjoy a blissful home away from the rat race

Run a few cows, sheep and horses – or just enjoy the property as a great place for children to play and in freedom while being only 10 minutes’ drive from Bunbury.

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Grab a slice of history with a convent

This development site is listed on the State Heritage Register and the York Shire’s municipal inventory and was purpose-built in 1873 by the Sisters of Mercy, who operated a primary school.

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RFF beefs up investments by $233m

Since June 30, 2018, Rural Funds Group has significantly increased its property and livestock investments in the Eastern States by more than $233 million.

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Granitevale, Laudham Park on the market | Video

Granitevale Station and Laudham Park are being offered through an expression of interest process.

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Cheaper but Tassie price bubble continues

Although cheaper, Tasmanian cattle breeders are being well paid compared to their north island neighbors.

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The Coopers Couch E5: Lice eating away at profits

Sheep lice may be tiny but the financial burden they place upon the industry is gargantuan. With a cool dry season almost upon us, producers cannot afford to ignore this bio-security threat.

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Spring Creek seeking offers | Video

RAY WHITE RURAL: Offers of more than $1 million are being sought for Spring Creek, Conondale.

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Bright start for Tassie weaners

Tasmanian steer weaners make 325 to 365c/kg in the season's opening sale

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Weather

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Chance of El Nino increases as ocean temps warm

The chance of an El Nino forming are now three times the normal likelihood.

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Radar upgrade to boost weather network

Upgrades to the Geraldton weather radar will improve WA's weather reporting network.

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Growers happy as good rains lift spirits

Good rains have lifted spirits on WA's coast.

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Climate tool predicts end of winter by 2050

A new climate tool, based on a worst case scenario, highlights average temperature rises in the coming decades.

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