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Benham appointed to new ag role
The Nationals member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has been appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Agriculture and Regional Development, as part of Jess Wilson’s new Shadow…
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Connecting urban and rural Australia
HAMISH McIntyre grew up on the land in Queensland, learning the rhythms of farming from his family. Today, he runs a sprawling family business across…
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Farmers warned to stay alert
A RUN of booming haystack and shed fires across regional Victoria has sparked fresh warnings for farmers as hay season rolls into full swing. Fire…
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Bumper harvest fuels Cobram Estate’s growth
COBRAM Estate Olives has reported one of its strongest years on record, with an exceptional “on-year’’ harvest in Australia driving improved earnings, higher production volumes…
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Select Harvests’ cracking pace
SELECT Harvests Limited has released its 2025 business update, reporting a final almond crop estimate of 24,700 tonnes, slightly below the midpoint of its earlier…
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Further water buybacks anger farming industry
FARMERS, politicians and advocacy bodies are warning further water buybacks announced last week will gut regional towns, drive up food prices and cripple Australia’s dairy…
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Farmer takes action in feral pig fight
IN THE heart of south-western New South Wales, sheep and cattle farmer Colin McCrabb is waging a quiet war against a destructive and elusive enemy…
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Free grain and bait to tackle pig crisis
LANDHOLDERS across New South Wales are being urged to take advantage of $850,000 worth of free grain and bait as part of a statewide crackdown…
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Almonds inspire cookbook
THE newest release from Masterchef contestant and host Poh Ling Yeow is a collection of recipes inspired by the Australian almond. An ambassador for Australian…
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Toxicity guide upgrade
A TOOL used by grain growers and advisers has been updated to better guide the use of insecticides which inadvertently harm pollinators. The Beneficials Chemical…
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Stud auction success
RAM stud sellers Deepdale Dorpers reached a top price of $47,000 at last week’s Ram Auction. The auction last Monday was the WA organisation’s fourth…
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Promising outlook for Mallee hay season
MALLEE hay growers are gearing up for a promising season, with cutting already underway and baling expected to start within days. Local grower Kerry McFarlane…
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Farmers breathe a sigh of relief
FARMING bodies and politicians have welcomed the Federal Government’s amendments to its proposed superannuation tax, describing the changes as a substantial improvement that will protect…
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Trapped by tradition
THE Trap Collectors Association of Australia (TCAA) gathered last weekend in Nyah for their much-anticipated annual auction. More than 500 traps, ranging from Australian-made artifacts…
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Vision to rebuild and reconnect
THE Victorian Farmers Federation’s new chief executive, Charlie Thomas, has wasted no time outlining an ambitious five-year plan to restore the organisation’s strength, rebuild trust,…
