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Zen-tastic yields at Frankland River

Industrial hemp an option for livestock grazing

Dairy conference back with good turnout

Wet conditions did not dampen trial walk

Cropping

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Zen-tastic yields at Frankland River

The crop belonged to Frankland River Grazing, which is managed by Jon Beasley

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Ukraine set for record crop if weather doesn't crash the party

The winter harvesting campaign is in full swing across Ukraine.

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India reduces lentil tariffs as Canadian crop shrinks

Australian lentil growers can expect a larger slice of the lucrative Indian market as the Indian government cut tariffs on Aussie lentils.

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Wet conditions did not dampen trial walk

With a wet start to the season, the site was slippery but that did not deter attendees from enjoying the afternoon, viewing eight of 20 trials in this year's program.

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Tight supply, high prices predicted for urea

Urea prices are likely to remain high and supply tight as demand for product continues in light of strong crop prospects.

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Rain raises hope of Millewa miracle

A fortnight ago farmers in north-west Victoria were looking to play their get-out-of-jail free card - rain has got the season back on track.

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Comment: How much grain to buy a HiLux?

Let's look into how much grain you need to sell to buy one HiLux.

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Tiny pest could be grain industry threat

It is a tiny fly whose larvae damage plants by tunnelling through leaf tissue.

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Ukraine set for record crop if weather doesn't crash the party

The winter harvesting campaign is in full swing across Ukraine.

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Wet conditions did not dampen trial walk

With a wet start to the season, the site was slippery but that did not deter attendees from enjoying the afternoon, viewing eight of 20 trials in this year's program.

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COMMENT

Comment: How much grain to buy a HiLux?

Let's look into how much grain you need to sell to buy one HiLux.

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Ag exemptions for Queensland / NSW border crossings

The ag sector will be able to apply for exemptions to cross the NSW / Queensland border.

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Grains industry market access funding win

Funding from the federal government will help run a series of grains industry market access programs.

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Tight supply, high prices predicted for urea

Urea prices are likely to remain high and supply tight as demand for product continues in light of strong crop prospects.

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Rain raises hope of Millewa miracle

A fortnight ago farmers in north-west Victoria were looking to play their get-out-of-jail free card - rain has got the season back on track.

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Tiny pest could be grain industry threat

It is a tiny fly whose larvae damage plants by tunnelling through leaf tissue.

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Field days suffer another Speed hump

The Mallee Machinery Field Days is off for another year.

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Sheep

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'Make lamb not walls' wins TV ad of the year

MLA's iconic summer lamb campaign scoops top awards.

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Innovative updates at The Sheep's Back

Busy agenda for Sheep Easy event in Perth

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Lamb market building towards record levels

Australia's lamb and mutton markets are heading towards record territory as confidence overflows into saleyards.

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Top dogs show sheep who is boss

Top dogs show sheep who is boss in Pingelly Sheep Dog Trials

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Innovative updates at The Sheep's Back

Busy agenda for Sheep Easy event in Perth

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Industrial hemp an option for livestock grazing

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Lamb indicators surge despite supply increase

Lamb yarding levels are surging with NSW leading the way, but prices remain strong.

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MeatUp Forum in Perth to address challenges

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ASWS sale-topper a 'proud' ram

Nerstane, NSW, tops the ASWS Merino sale.

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Industrial hemp an option for livestock grazing

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Lamb indicators surge despite supply increase

Lamb yarding levels are surging with NSW leading the way, but prices remain strong.

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Top dogs show sheep who is boss

Top dogs show sheep who is boss in Pingelly Sheep Dog Trials

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MeatUp Forum in Perth to address challenges

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Lamb market building towards record levels

Australia's lamb and mutton markets are heading towards record territory as confidence overflows into saleyards.

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ASWS sale-topper a 'proud' ram

Nerstane, NSW, tops the ASWS Merino sale.

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Merino sheep skin prices moving towards record highs

Lift in offshore demand sees sheep skin prices pushing towards record highs.

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Big wool handler moving from Portland to Hamilton

The end of an era is coming to the deepwater port of Portland as a major player in Australia's wool industry.

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Merino sheep skin prices moving towards record highs

Big wool handler moving from Portland to Hamilton

NFF anger sizzles over anti-red meat agenda at UN food summit

Sheep Producers Australia on hunt for board members

Cattle

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Rock solid relationships the key to branded beef success

Nuffield scholar Sonya Comiskey on the business of branded beef.

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Chronic shortage of meat workers fuels cattle price hike

Processor irony as labour shortage fuels further upward movement of cattle costs

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Cattle producers shape up for a super spring

MLA's July cattle projections point to rise in carcase weights

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Beef rallies against 'absurdity' of UN food summit

UN Food Systems Summit brings out some fanciful ideas

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Vegan labels convey message they are as healthy as real meat, dairy: NFF

NFF argues vegan labels are misleading consumers

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Salad farm forks out $3 million for 20ha bull farm

The well-known 20ha bull farm at Bacchus Marsh in Victoria has sold for $3 million.

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Camels in plague numbers across outback Australia

Many Australians are surprised to learn camels are in plague numbers across outback Australia.

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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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Leadership appointment launches LAWD

LAWD offers specialist transaction, advisory and valuation services to the agriculture and land development industries and has seen rapid growth since commencement of operations in 2020, given the extensive experience of its leadership team across the farm and property sectors.

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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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Photos and Video

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Farmers partner in animal-free dairy company

A group of Australian dairy farmers is backing a start-up science company looking to copy their product.

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Blackall's Carlow on the market

Jim Scully's prized 18,606 hectare Blackall property Carlow is on the market.

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Abbey Park's stunning Brisbane views | Video

Abbey Park will be auctioned by Ray White Rural on August 20.

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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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Weather

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OPINION

Opinion: still seeking answers on Wooroloo bushfire

Martin Aldridge - The Nationals WA Emergency Services spokesman

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Brace yourself for severe weather

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Esperance water deficiency declarations are revoked

Water deficiency declarations are made by the State government to provide emergency water to farmers for livestock welfare during very dry periods.

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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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