DPIRD’s Catherine Borger, Dave Nicholson and Miranda Slaven investigated electric weed control, and the effect of soil moisture on its efficiency. Credit: Western Australian Local Government Association. DPIRD’s Catherine Borger, Dave Nicholson and Miranda Slaven investigated electric weed control, and the effect of soil moisture on its efficiency. Credit: Western Australian Local Government Association.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Electric weed control efficiency investigated

A recent study looks at whether soil moisture impacts weed control efficiency.

15 October 2024
Farmland values continue to climb in Australia. Chart courtesy Rural Bank.
AGRIBUSINESS

Farmland values climb to more than $10,000/ha

Agricultural land values continue to rise amid falling transaction volumes.

15 October 2024
What makes a tool cool? It can be new or novel, tried and tested, or just plain indispensable. This month we return to our annual cool tools feature in the lead up to Christmas with some toolbox stocking fillers for that hard-to-buy-for family member. Credit: Josh Giumelli.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Cool tools to catch your eye

What makes a cool tool? Kondinin Group's Josh Giumelli investigates.

14 October 2024
Meat & Livestock Australia is expecting the national sheep flock to ease in the next couple of years. Credit: Mark Saunders.
SHEEP

National flock numbers stable despite dry season

National sheep flock numbers remain steady while lamb slaughter hits record high.

14 October 2024
The Bill proposing changes to superannuation tax has passed the House of Representatives, with NFF again raising concerns about the impact it could have on family farms. Credit: Max Acronym, Shutterstock.
AGRIBUSINESS

New superannuation bill moves to the Senate

Farming groups and financial institutions reiterate concerns about proposed "super tax".

14 October 2024
Farmland values continue to climb in Australia. Chart courtesy Rural Bank.
AGRIBUSINESS

Farmland values climb to more than $10,000/ha

Agricultural land values continue to rise amid falling transaction volumes.

15 October 2024
What makes a tool cool? It can be new or novel, tried and tested, or just plain indispensable. This month we return to our annual cool tools feature in the lead up to Christmas with some toolbox stocking fillers for that hard-to-buy-for family member. Credit: Josh Giumelli.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Cool tools to catch your eye

What makes a cool tool? Kondinin Group's Josh Giumelli investigates.

14 October 2024
SHEEP

National flock numbers stable despite dry season

14 October 2024
AGRIBUSINESS

New superannuation bill moves to the Senate

14 October 2024
Farmland values continue to climb in Australia. Chart courtesy Rural Bank.
AGRIBUSINESS

Farmland values climb to more than $10,000/ha

Agricultural land values continue to rise amid falling transaction volumes.

15 October 2024
AGRIBUSINESS

New superannuation bill moves to the Senate

Farming groups and financial institutions reiterate concerns about proposed "super tax".

14 October 2024
AGRIBUSINESS

ACCC given $30m boost to crackdown on supermarkets

ACCC has been given additional funding to crackdown on the supermarket and retail sectors.

07 October 2024
AGRIBUSINESS

Nutrien Ag set to triple domestic manufacturing capacity

Nutrien Ag Solutions is building a new manufacturing facility in Laverton, Victoria.

07 October 2024
AGRIBUSINESS

China's actions could both assist and hinder Australian agriculture

Two sides to the coin for Aussie exports to China.

03 October 2024
The GLX-R badge has returned to the Triton ute lineup. Photo courtesy Mitsubishi Australia.
MACHINERY

GLX-R returns to Mitsubishi ute stable

New 24.5MY Tritons now available in Australia.

03 October 2024
MACHINERY

Old and new CLAAS harvesters displayed at Henty

CLAAS celebrates harvester milestone at Henty Machinery Field Days.

26 September 2024
MACHINERY

Toyota Tundra available from November

Toyota’s Tundra ute, with 4.5t towing capacity, is going on sale soon.

23 September 2024
MACHINERY

Flexi-Coil launches new 7200 Precision Hoe Drill

New model Flexi-Coil drill re-designed for Australian conditions.

23 September 2024
MACHINERY

Tractor sales continue downward trend

Lack of urgency troubles tractor and machinery sales market.

11 September 2024
A healthy pulse crop harvest is expected for Australia this year. Photo courtesy GRDC.
CROPPING

Australian pulse production on a high

Pulse crops on track to feed a hungry world - Rabobank.

14 October 2024
CROPPING

Fed up grain handlers threaten industrial action

Hundreds of GrainCorp's workers may soon go on strike, after applying to vote on industrial action.

11 October 2024
CROPPING

APVMA bans pre-emergent herbicide

The use of chlorthal dimethyl as an agricultural chemical product is now illegal.

10 October 2024
CROPPING

Proposed ban could jeopardise pulse crop viability

Changes to paraquat and diquat application could spell disaster for pulse crop growers.

09 October 2024
CROPPING

Farmers urged to think about safety this harvest

WorkSafe Victoria is pushing a confronting farm safety campaign as harvest kicks off.

08 October 2024
Meat & Livestock Australia is expecting the national sheep flock to ease in the next couple of years. Credit: Mark Saunders.
SHEEP

National flock numbers stable despite dry season

National sheep flock numbers remain steady while lamb slaughter hits record high.

14 October 2024
SHEEP

Pain management practices shine in latest report card

Kondinin Group's Claire Harris reports on the Sheep Sustainability Framework Annual Report findings.

10 October 2024
CATTLE

Grants for new methane-reducing products

Agtech startup awarded $3.5m to develop methane-reducing product.

07 October 2024
CATTLE

The latest on methane mitigation

Kondinin Group's Pamela Lawson provides an update on methane mitigation in beef enterprises.

07 October 2024
CATTLE

Cattle Australia and NFF welcome EU delay to deforestation regulations

More work is required on European deforestation regulations for exported goods

03 October 2024

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Kondinin team.

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Kondinin team.

editions

Research Report: Trailing Sheep Feeders (October 2024)

Trailing sheep feeders are on the menu for Kondinin Group's October Research Report with nine popular models covered.

01 October 2024
editions

Research Report: Livestock Management Software (September 2024)

Kondinin Group's September Research Report looks at a range of livestock management software platforms which can make life a lot easier when it comes to efficient sheep and cattle production.

02 September 2024
editions

Research Report: Grain Storage (August 2024)

This month's Research Report from Kondinin Group looks at the benefits and challenges associated with ground level storage with a focus on growers who have done it successfully.

24 July 2024
editions

Research Report: Grouper Bins (July 2024)

This month's Research Report from Kondinin Group looks at a range of Australian-made grouper bins which can make a big difference when it comes to input logistics on the farm.

27 June 2024
DPIRD’s Catherine Borger, Dave Nicholson and Miranda Slaven investigated electric weed control, and the effect of soil moisture on its efficiency. Credit: Western Australian Local Government Association.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Electric weed control efficiency investigated

A recent study looks at whether soil moisture impacts weed control efficiency.

15 October 2024
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

New autonomy survey requires input

Grain Producers Australia is seeking input for a new autonomy survey.

11 October 2024
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Technology-led solutions could be key to strengthening Australia's biosecurity systems

There are many technology-led solutions to biosecurity in development.

25 September 2024
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Elders partners to explore the use of space technology in Australian Ag

Elders and SmartSat CRC plan to use earth observation technologies to solve industry challenges.

23 September 2024
CROPPING

Summer weed control app now available

A new tool is available to help growers make summer weed control decisions.

02 September 2024

Market Data

PARTNER CONTENT

Utrisha N: The new biostimulant boosting broadacre yield potential

Extensive trials conducted across Australia show boosted yields in a wide range of

PARTNER CONTENT

Maximise your nitrogen use efficiency

Losing nitrogen to the environment can be costly.

PARTNER CONTENT

Safety first for the year ahead

Since 1870, Blundstone, have supported & protecting farmers across Australia from

PARTNER CONTENT

Precise and Productive Seeding Equipment

The success of next year's harvest begins now, with strong preparation and planning.

What makes a tool cool? It can be new or novel, tried and tested, or just plain indispensable. This month we return to our annual cool tools feature in the lead up to Christmas with some toolbox stocking fillers for that hard-to-buy-for family member. Credit: Josh Giumelli.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Cool tools to catch your eye

What makes a cool tool? Kondinin Group's Josh Giumelli investigates.

14 October 2024
WEATHER

South Australian crop yields take a hit

Wheat yield ranking map: 17 September, 2024.

27 September 2024
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Soft soldering secrets shared

Kondinin's Josh Giumelli demystifies soft soldering.

03 September 2024
WEATHER

Spring shaping up to be warmer and wetter in eastern Australia

Bureau of Meteorology forecasts warmer than average spring conditions .

03 September 2024
WEATHER

Mixed bag on offer for grain growers

Wheat yield ranking map: 14 August, 2024.

23 August 2024