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Cropping

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Planning the fight against wheat blast

Wheat blast is a disease that strikes fear into farmers across globe - testing has found there is some resistance in Australian wheat lines.

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GM legislation debate heats up

The environmental and organics sector support a disallowance motion for changes to the gene technology act, but other farm groups do not.

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National crop has September blues

There is some serious downside risk to current national crop projections, due to heavy frosts and dry conditions.

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Better quality in new wheat line

A new wheat variety is showing exciting improvements in quality, in particular lower screenings.

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Keep an eye on disease

It may be dry for many but there is still a threat of plant disease in cereal crops.

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Having a range of cereal choices a boost

The steady stream of new varieties all with different strengths and weaknesses is a boon for growers according to one agronomist.

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Government APVMA board move slammed

The government's move to introduce a governance board to the APVMA and make industry pay for it has been slammed by CropLife.

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Drone attack sparks concern over fuel reserves

Australia's grains industry is calling for a serious look at our nation's fuel reserves in light of the drone attack on Saudi oil plants.

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GM legislation debate heats up

The environmental and organics sector support a disallowance motion for changes to the gene technology act, but other farm groups do not.

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Better quality in new wheat line

A new wheat variety is showing exciting improvements in quality, in particular lower screenings.

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Government APVMA board move slammed

The government's move to introduce a governance board to the APVMA and make industry pay for it has been slammed by CropLife.

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Focus turns to Aussie crop prospects for marketing lead

All eyes are on the Aussie crop over the critical next six week period, with grain markets set to take a lead from what happens.

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Kazakhstan increasing trade ties with China

The Kazakhstan Ministry of Agriculture said it expected to export about seven million tonnes of grain and flour in the 2019/20 marketing year.

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Keep an eye on disease

It may be dry for many but there is still a threat of plant disease in cereal crops.

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Having a range of cereal choices a boost

The steady stream of new varieties all with different strengths and weaknesses is a boon for growers according to one agronomist.

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Drone attack sparks concern over fuel reserves

Australia's grains industry is calling for a serious look at our nation's fuel reserves in light of the drone attack on Saudi oil plants.

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The Big Six of weed management

Farmers have been given six commandments in terms of their weed management strategies.

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Sheep

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Extreme year on year falls in lamb slaughter to continue

The lower numbers slaughtered in June came in at an average carcase weight of 23.9kgs.

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To feed or not to feed lamb

Margins on lotfed lambs don't just depend on the price of feed, buy and sell prices also come into it writes Mecardo's Angus Brown.

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UPDATED: 'Smithy' hits Adelaide sale for six | PHOTOS, VIDEO

AN outstanding Poll Merino from Glenlea Park stud,Pinnaroo, named 'Smithy' after Australian cricketer Steve Smith cracked a ton, $100,000 - at the 2019 Adelaide Stud Merino and Poll Merino Ram sale.

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Lamb and mutton prices will go one way - up!

The national commodity forecaster, ABARES, is predicting another big jump in lamb and mutton prices this financial year.

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To feed or not to feed lamb

Margins on lotfed lambs don't just depend on the price of feed, buy and sell prices also come into it writes Mecardo's Angus Brown.

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Looking forward to future with Dohnes

A desire to improve their wool quality and increase the overall viability of their flock was the driving force behind Mark and Kylie Wallace's decision to introduce Dohne genetics into their Mt Barker farm.

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Contain drought's costs with fenced-in feeding efficiency

Holding sheep and cattle in purpose-built drought feeding areas is a temporary strategy with more regular appeal

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Focus on warming, not emissions, say researchers

Taking account of the warming effect of different greenhouse gases - not their carbon emissions - would change the way methane was treated in emissions reductions targets.

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Interstate buyers swoop to take top ewe and ram at Tattykeel

Rams peaked at $23,000 and ewes at $7500 at Tattykeel's annual stud Poll Dorset sale near Oberon.

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Contain drought's costs with fenced-in feeding efficiency

Holding sheep and cattle in purpose-built drought feeding areas is a temporary strategy with more regular appeal

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Lamb indicator dips below 800c but the future looks bright

Market analysts aren't worried despite the Eastern States Trade Lamb Indicator falling below 800 cents a kilogram.

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Lamb and mutton prices will go one way - up!

The national commodity forecaster, ABARES, is predicting another big jump in lamb and mutton prices this financial year.

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Focus on warming, not emissions, say researchers

Taking account of the warming effect of different greenhouse gases - not their carbon emissions - would change the way methane was treated in emissions reductions targets.

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UPDATED: 'Smithy' hits Adelaide sale for six | PHOTOS, VIDEO

AN outstanding Poll Merino from Glenlea Park stud,Pinnaroo, named 'Smithy' after Australian cricketer Steve Smith cracked a ton, $100,000 - at the 2019 Adelaide Stud Merino and Poll Merino Ram sale.

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Interstate buyers swoop to take top ewe and ram at Tattykeel

Rams peaked at $23,000 and ewes at $7500 at Tattykeel's annual stud Poll Dorset sale near Oberon.

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Lamb indicator dips below 800c but the future looks bright

Market analysts aren't worried despite the Eastern States Trade Lamb Indicator falling below 800 cents a kilogram.

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Diversification the key for Collins family

The key to maintaining a viable farming enterprise is all about getting the mix right and the Collins family, east of York, proves this on many levels.

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Diversification the key for Collins family

Passion drives Lynches at Hyden

A decade of running with Dohnes

Have grass, just need mouths

Cattle

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Weight-for-age rules as producers look beyond drought

Top of the trait list: Growth, fertility, ability to lay down fat

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Record grain-fed cattle prices matched by feeders

The upward trajectory this year has taken grain-fed cattle prices from 547 in March to hit the new high of 598/kg cwt at the end of August.

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Focus on warming, not emissions, say researchers

Taking account of the warming effect of different greenhouse gases - not their carbon emissions - would change the way methane was treated in emissions reductions targets.

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Push for polled bulls as producers rebuild

Hot demand for PP at Droughtmaster National

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MLA levy reminder issued

MLA members have till next Monday to secure full voting entitlements

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Beef ripe for growth, says new Droughtmaster GM

Cattle breeders 'lifeblood of this country': Simon Gleeson

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Cattle head as far south as Tasmania

Tough dry conditions in northern NSW and Queensland continue to push store cattle into southern Australia, and they're not stopping at Bass Strait.

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Spring Sales

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Seamark succeeds through genetic alliance

Sponsored content: Getting the basics right has been the key to the growing success of Seamark Pty Ltd's beef operation stretching across strategically located properties in Central Queensland.

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Kingsvale Supremes have the 'best tasting lamb' in Australia... try it for yourself

Kingsvale Supremes produce some of the best tasting lamb in Australia. You can taste it at their 23rd Annual On Property Sale on October 10, where they'll be selling 60 poll dorset rams and 40 of their best corriedale rams as well as some stud ewes.

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Rosevale encourages producers: be ready for good times ahead in beef

Rosevale Santa Gertrudis Stud will sell some of its best bulls at the 63rd annual on property sale on September 24.

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Striking the genetic balance to meet market demands is focus of Queensland cattle industry leader

Advertiser content: A unique Central Queensland cattle breed is playing a central role in the breeding program of one of the state's largest cattle operations.

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Droughtmaster sale celebrates diamond jubilee

Advertiser content: The highly anticipated DN. Sale will be held across two massive days, from September 17-18 at CQLX Gracemere with as many as 587 bulls expected to be sold to the highest bidders.

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Accurate data the key to ram selection

Advertiser content: Accurate data collection and strong visual focus allows Pooginook Merino and Poll's ram clients to have accurate data available to select rams that meet their own breeding objectives.

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Fleckvieh Society of Australia Bull and Female sale

Advertiser content: Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to buy some of the top Fleckvieh cattle in Australia on September 6 at the inaugural Focus on Fleckvieh sale.

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Ardene increases bottom line and wants to raise clients' profits too

Sponsored content: Ardene's 2019 On Property Stud and Flock Sale will be on Friday October 11, from 1pm, at Mt Torrens, South Australia.

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Property

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Are you looking to downsize in style?

On the outskirts of Moora, this property of just more than four hectares is an excellent choice, offering a great lifestyle.

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Conference highlights latest in trends

LANDMARK Harcourts WA held its annual real estate training conference and awards presentations at the Ingot Hotel, Belmont.

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This beautiful property is sure to appeal

A short 22 kilometre drive from the iconic town of Denmark and 35km west from the regional hub of Albany, this beautiful property is sure to appeal.

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Steady sailing for eastern land prices

All eyes are on the Eastern States rural property market, as despite a devastating drought affecting much of the agricultural region in New South Wales and southern Queensland, land values haven't been affected a great deal.

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Antony Catalano's merger deal to strengthen regional media

'We're going hard at growing this business.'

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Fertile new ideas at fertiliser conference | PHOTOS

Fertilizer Australia held its national conference earlier this month.

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Poll Boonoke rams sold $26,000 twice| Videos, photos

The clearance of 189 Poll Boonoke and Wanganella rams for $3673 augurs well for the Merino ram selling season

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See who was at Haddon Rig Merino ram sale

Buyers, bidders and Haddon Rig Merino enthusiasts gathered at the 36th on-property sale, Warren on Thursday when 150 rams sold to $6500 and averaged $2408.

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Weather

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High-tech solution to weather worries

Telstra and CSBP unveiled a new high-tech solution at the recent Dowerin GWN7 Machinery Field Days to help innovate farming practices.

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Sudden Stratospheric Warming to continue the heat

A rare climatic event has taken place over the Antarctic - and it is not good for those looking for rain.

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Welcome rain for East Gippsland

There is finally some small rain relief on the horizon for East Gippsland farmers.

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Rare climate event set to impact weather

Meteorologists say a rare southern hemisphere stratospheric sudden warming event it could impact our September weather.

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