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Cropping

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Seed business S&W excited by new vetch

S&W's Studenica vetch has the potential to become a staple for vetch producers across the country.

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July rainfall welcome for most farmers

Grain & livestock farmers across the State said the excellent start to the season had continued with good rainfall.

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Wet winter yield losses largely a furphy

Farming on the globe's driest continent all but the wettest of winters is unlikely to dent yield projections analysts say.

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Wet spring forecast gets a boost as IOD negative called

The Bureau has formally declared an Indian Ocean Dipole negative event, good news for those who want more rain over spring.

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Eyre Peninsula ports refused exemptions

The ACCC has denied Viterra's applications to have its Port Lincoln and Thevenard ports exempt from the port access code.

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Handpicking genes for disease-resistance crops

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Industry works to find harvest worker solutions

Grain Producers Australia is working on a two-pronged attack to combat harvest worker shortages, looking at the short and long term options.

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Erratic European, US weather sends wheat prices higher

While Australian croppers are confident of a good year elsewhere crop prospects are rapidly declining due to either excess heat or floods.

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July rainfall welcome for most farmers

Grain & livestock farmers across the State said the excellent start to the season had continued with good rainfall.

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Wet spring forecast gets a boost as IOD negative called

The Bureau has formally declared an Indian Ocean Dipole negative event, good news for those who want more rain over spring.

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Industry works to find harvest worker solutions

Grain Producers Australia is working on a two-pronged attack to combat harvest worker shortages, looking at the short and long term options.

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Minor changes to grain standards in WA

In March, GIWA called for industry submissions on standards for the 2021/22 season and one submission was received from industry.

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GrainCorp hunts for large workforce

In anticipation of another big east coast harvest GrainCorp is embarking on a big harvest casual recruitment drive.

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Eyre Peninsula ports refused exemptions

The ACCC has denied Viterra's applications to have its Port Lincoln and Thevenard ports exempt from the port access code.

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Handpicking genes for disease-resistance crops

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Erratic European, US weather sends wheat prices higher

While Australian croppers are confident of a good year elsewhere crop prospects are rapidly declining due to either excess heat or floods.

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Global canola conniptions could bring more good news for local oilseed growers

Canola growers set for "sweet spot" of high production and farm-gate prices.

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Sheep

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Long bans on farming for animal cruelty cases

A decade-long ban on owning animals has been handed out to a farmer on animal cruelty charges.

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Profit drivers the priority for Ridgehaven

Ridgehaven Poll Dorsets is well-known for its balanced approach to breeding.

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A profitable maternal breed

It's taken Lambpro owners Tom and Phoebe Bull 20 years to develop their flock.

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Yleena Farm wins producer of the month

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Profit drivers the priority for Ridgehaven

Ridgehaven Poll Dorsets is well-known for its balanced approach to breeding.

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Agricultural Shows Australia national finals scheduled to be held at Ekka have been postponed

Agricultural Shows Australia makes decision to postpone the national competitions to be held at Ekka, due to interstate COVID-19 travel restrictions.

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Lamb export markets show weighty recovery

Key export markets for both lamb and mutton show significant signs of recovery.

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Fears of a farmer split over fake meat debate dismissed

A campaign to drive a wedge between Australian grain and livestock producers in the debate over labelling of plant-based foods has struck a snag.

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First local case of fast moving dog disease in Queensland

Queensland has recorded its first official case of the deadly dog disease ehrlichiosis.

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Agricultural Shows Australia national finals scheduled to be held at Ekka have been postponed

Agricultural Shows Australia makes decision to postpone the national competitions to be held at Ekka, due to interstate COVID-19 travel restrictions.

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Lamb export markets show weighty recovery

Key export markets for both lamb and mutton show significant signs of recovery.

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Yleena Farm wins producer of the month

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Fears of a farmer split over fake meat debate dismissed

A campaign to drive a wedge between Australian grain and livestock producers in the debate over labelling of plant-based foods has struck a snag.

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A profitable maternal breed

It's taken Lambpro owners Tom and Phoebe Bull 20 years to develop their flock.

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First local case of fast moving dog disease in Queensland

Queensland has recorded its first official case of the deadly dog disease ehrlichiosis.

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Dog deaths linked to popular plant

Scientists have linked the deaths of dogs across Victoria's Gippsland back to farm animals.

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Calls to compensate Australian Sheep and Wool Show after lockdown cancellation

Australian Sheep and Wool Show organisers are crying out for government assistance after the eleventh hour cancellation of the event in Bendigo due to the Victorian lockdown.

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Dog deaths linked to popular plant

Calls to compensate Australian Sheep and Wool Show after lockdown cancellation

Sheep Connect cancelled in latest COVID-19 industry blow

Global appetite for lamb undeniable

Cattle

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A new milestone as EYCI hits 1003.44c/kg

Just another day of dearer cattle trading? Perhaps. But for those who enjoy the data, the milestone was worth marking as the EYCI zoomed past 1000c/kg on Thursday evening.

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1000 cents - the EYCI number we thought we'd never see

The Eastern Young Cattle Indicator has broken through the 1000 cent mark overnight.

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Agricultural Shows Australia national finals scheduled to be held at Ekka have been postponed

Agricultural Shows Australia makes decision to postpone the national competitions to be held at Ekka, due to interstate COVID-19 travel restrictions.

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ASF hits German pigs

The world's largest exporter of fresh pork, Germany, has confirmed cases of African swine fever in its domestic herd for the first time.

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Elrose's sale of the century

The compliment that Australia's commercial cattle producers paid Rodger and Lorena Jefferis in creating an Australian record for a single vendor beef cattle sale at their Elrose grey Brahman major reduction sale is the ultimate reward for the pair who have dedicated a lifetime to the industry.

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Gamification hits meatworks

Virtual beef scribing being trialled to upskill staff, increase safety and efficiency and attract new people to plants

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Does rain fully explain the latest EYCI rally?

Is the young cattle market now irrational?

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Telstra boosts coverage for rural Australia

Telstra's specialised technicians will provide customers in regional locations with localised support as part of the company's regional advisor network initiative.

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Stock control made easy with Farmdeck management system

Livestock producers can leverage the 'Internet of Things' (IoT) for stock management.

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See the device that softens hard water and improves overall yields

Farmers, producers, growers, miners and domestic users have found there's more to the magic elixir of water than first thought, courtesy of Hydrosmart.

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The bet that drove countless postholes

A bet between two farmers has paid dividends for Munro Engineers and farmers.

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Model aims to combat flush and bust

If you talk to most farmers, they will tell you there is one word that strikes fear into them more than any other - and that is drought.

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This oil is gold for Aussie producers

GREAT people manufacturing locally in Australia and developing proven products - that's how some of the biggest names in agriculture regard FUCHS Lubricants.

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When it comes to productivity, stockyard design matters

Ian Crafter, founder of Atlex Stockyards and its senior designer, may well have the key to a better bottom line for livestock producers.

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Simple designs, packed with features

Simplicity Australia is home to the most comprehensive and innovative range of air seeders and cultivators in Australia.

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Coronavirus

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All the lockdown rules and border closures across Australia

Here's what you need to know.

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Covid shock comes to our country town

It has come as shock to have a positive coronavirus case in our country town.

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AgQuip postponed as outbreak intensifies

Organisers of Australia's largest agricultural field day have made the "highly disappointing, very frustrating but absolutely necessary" decision to postpone AgQuip's August event.

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AgQuip's fate in the hands of NSW Chief Health Officer

NSW Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant will decide if the AgQuip field days can proceed next month.

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TMA conference to go ahead in Melbourne

Gary Northover said while people would have to wear masks, they were open for business.

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Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce fined for not wearing mask

A witness rang police after noticing the New England MP without a mask inside the shop.

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'Biggest week' for vaccines to come as Delta source mystery continues

Authorities say they are confident there will be enough supply of vaccines to meet increased demand.

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Rex delays Canberra-to-Melbourne flight take-off

Passengers have been reminded they are entitled to a refund.

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Property

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Raine & Horne to shake up the rural market

Raine & Horne Rural WA will operate from Bibra Lake and service the rural broadacre markets primarily in WA and the Northern Territory.

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A royal lifestyle and farming location

Hopetoun is located on the eastern side of the magnificent Fitzgerald River National Park.

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Northam home ticks all the boxes

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Great option to get started or expand

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Photos and Video

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Olympics on the Farm - the Ringer provides a guide

The Ringer shows how Olympic events can be done on farm.

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Unmatched product support makes Brandt a trustworthy harvest partner

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Field days draw pineapple growers together | PHOTOS

The pineapple industry has shown its unity in Bundaberg this month.

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Aussie technology uses physics to turn bad water into good water

Hydrosmart uses particle physics to help "turn bad water into good water and good water into better water".

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Plevna Downs East auction on August 27 | Video

Plevna Downs East will be auctioned by Ray White Rural in Brisbane on August 27.

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Weather

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Wet spring forecast gets a boost as IOD negative called

The Bureau has formally declared an Indian Ocean Dipole negative event, good news for those who want more rain over spring.

Test

Erratic European, US weather sends wheat prices higher

While Australian croppers are confident of a good year elsewhere crop prospects are rapidly declining due to either excess heat or floods.

Test

July rainfall welcome for most farmers

Grain & livestock farmers across the State said the excellent start to the season had continued with good rainfall.

Test

Wet winter yield losses largely a furphy

Farming on the globe's driest continent all but the wettest of winters is unlikely to dent yield projections analysts say.

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