Biosecurity concerns have been raised after the Australian Government lifted restrictions on US beef imports. Biosecurity concerns have been raised after the Australian Government lifted restrictions on US beef imports.
CATTLE

Removal of US beef import restrictions sparks speculation

The Australian Government has lifted restrictions on US beef imports, raising biosecurity concerns.

25 July 2025
New South Wales farmer and Beyond Blue board member, Derek Schoen, said rural Australians need support that recognises the realities of life on the land.
AGRIBUSINESS

Zoetis aims to hit one-millon-dollar milestone for mental health donations

Zoetis aims to raise $100,000 for Beyond Blue this year, adding to its $900k donation total.

25 July 2025
Farming Ahead - August 2025
ISSUES

Farming Ahead - August 2025

Read this archived issue of Farming Ahead's printed edition in your web browser.

24 July 2025
University of New England graduate Molly Davidson, who joined the bank’s 2025 program intake, attests to the professional opportunities offered.
AGRIBUSINESS

Rabo Graduate Program applications are now open

Rabobank is taking applications for its 2026 graduate program.

25 July 2025
Peak farming bodies have reiterated fears farmers may have to sell farmland to pay tax bills if proposed changes to superannuation are passed in the Senate.
AGRIBUSINESS

Super tax is back on the agenda as Federal Parliament resumes

Farming leaders have reaffirmed their strong opposition to proposed changes to superannuation tax.

23 July 2025
New South Wales farmer and Beyond Blue board member, Derek Schoen, said rural Australians need support that recognises the realities of life on the land.
AGRIBUSINESS

Zoetis aims to hit one-millon-dollar milestone for mental health donations

Zoetis aims to raise $100,000 for Beyond Blue this year, adding to its $900k donation total.

25 July 2025
Farming Ahead - August 2025
ISSUES

Farming Ahead - August 2025

Read this archived issue of Farming Ahead's printed edition in your web browser.

24 July 2025
AGRIBUSINESS

Rabo Graduate Program applications are now open

25 July 2025
AGRIBUSINESS

Super tax is back on the agenda as Federal Parliament resumes

23 July 2025
University of New England graduate Molly Davidson, who joined the bank’s 2025 program intake, attests to the professional opportunities offered.
AGRIBUSINESS

Rabo Graduate Program applications are now open

Rabobank is taking applications for its 2026 graduate program.

25 July 2025
AGRIBUSINESS

Zoetis aims to hit one-millon-dollar milestone for mental health donations

Zoetis aims to raise $100,000 for Beyond Blue this year, adding to its $900k donation total.

25 July 2025
AGRIBUSINESS

Addressing rising farm insurance costs

Insurance brokers suggest strategies for reducing insurance costs.

23 July 2025
AGRIBUSINESS

Super tax is back on the agenda as Federal Parliament resumes

Farming leaders have reaffirmed their strong opposition to proposed changes to superannuation tax.

23 July 2025
AGRIBUSINESS

Campaign urges farmers to reframe fatigue as a safety threat

National Farm Safety Week: Farmsafe Australia argues the "just keep going" culture isn't working.

22 July 2025
John Deere has announced a new lineup of self-propelled forage harvesters which peak at 750kW (1000hp).
MACHINERY

John Deere's F8 and F9 forage harvesters deliver peak power of 750kW

New self-propelled forage harvesters from John Deere feature plenty of horsepower and technology.

15 July 2025
MACHINERY

Tractor sales decline steadies for June

A few positives recorded in an otherwise quiet month for Australian tractor sales.

14 July 2025
MACHINERY

Ford Ranger ute tops June vehicle sales

Ranger ute the most popular vehicle in June as BYD's Shark creeps into top four of ute sales.

04 July 2025
MACHINERY

Case IH upgrades Steiger Quadtrac range

Case IH has launched the latest model of its Steiger Quadtrac.

02 July 2025
MACHINERY

Boss rolls out new seeding cart and ripper

The Gen2 Boss air carts can be up to 33,600 litres capacity.

30 June 2025
Greenhouse gas emissions are the focus of a national $39 million project for grain growers.
CROPPING

Multi-million dollar initiative launched to help grain growers manage emissions

National $39 million program announced to monitor and manage greenhouse gas emissions.

22 July 2025
CROPPING

Highly fungicide-resistant net form net blotch detected in WA

WA barley growers advised to prioritise agronomic disease management.

16 July 2025
CROPPING

US trade deal with Indonesia threatens access for Australian wheat

The US has made a deal with Indonesia that could reduce access for Australian wheat.

14 July 2025
CROPPING

Widespread rain refreshes WA cropping optimism

Recent rain has turned around yield potential across most of WA's grain belt.

11 July 2025
CROPPING

Industry delivers more than $3 million to research funding in South Australia

Projects have been funded across many areas including crop protection and disease management.

08 July 2025
Biosecurity concerns have been raised after the Australian Government lifted restrictions on US beef imports.
CATTLE

Removal of US beef import restrictions sparks speculation

The Australian Government has lifted restrictions on US beef imports, raising biosecurity concerns.

25 July 2025
SHEEP

Live sheep export ban: further funding details announced

Producers are eligible for grants of up to $75k to transition away from live sheep exports.

16 July 2025
PASTURES & SOILS

New soils project aims to address wind erosion risk in WA

A new research project has commenced to support WA farmers with properties at risk of wind erosion.

16 July 2025
SHEEP

Electronic ear tags now available via the SPA website

Sheep Producers Australia is selling eID tags online via its new Mob Mate platform.

14 July 2025
CATTLE

Producer perspectives on virtual fencing

The pros and cons of virtual fencing.

11 July 2025

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: Cordless Impact Wrenches (July 2025)

Six battery-powered impact wrenches were bench tested in this month's Research Report, focusing on their ability to get nuts done up and undone.

25 June 2025
editions

Research Report: Mouse Bait Applications (June 2025)

Mice remain a significant issue for cropping regions and the June Research Report, supported by an investment from the Grains Research and Development Corporation, brings together the latest research and practical recommendations for bait spreading and machinery performance to help growers improve mouse control strategies.

29 May 2025
editions

Research Report: Farm Labour (May 2025)

Farm labour, whether temporary, casual, contract or permanent staff, is an essential part of agriculture. This Research Report provides insights to help better source and manage one of the farm’s most valuable assets – its people.

14 May 2025
editions

Research Report: Sheep Yards (April 2025)

This month's Research Report includes more than a dozen case studies of new sheep yard builds and renovations from around the country. There are plenty of ideas to make the handling of stock more efficient and stress-free.

01 April 2025
Connectivity will be a key topic at the upcoming FutureAg Expo in Melbourne.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

FutureAg Expo panel set to unpack the importance of connectivity on Aussie farms

Experts will explore how digital infrastructure is transforming safety on Aussie farms at FutureAg.

21 July 2025
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Ford Ranger Super Duty ute pricing announced

Ford has announced pricing and specifications for its new Ranger Super Duty ute.

20 June 2025
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Farm safety apps: nudging workers towards safer choices

Using "nudgetech" to improve farm safety.

09 June 2025
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Telstra satellite messaging to be rolled out for iPhone

Telstra has added Apple iPhones to the list of eligible devices for its DTC messaging service.

09 June 2025
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Telstra launches its satellite message service

Telstra customers with eligible plans and devices will be able to access DTC messaging within weeks.

04 June 2025

Market Data

PARTNER CONTENT

Drought, Fires, and Floods Haven't Stopped WA-Based Business Expansion

CW Imports continues to expand its reach across Australia

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

John Deere's 9RX 830 has arrived in Australia.
VIDEO

Video: John Deere 9RX 830

Kondinin Group's Mark Saunders checks out the John Deere 9RX 830.

04 July 2025
WEATHER

Mixed bag for crop yield potential

Soil moisture ranking: June, 2025.

27 June 2025
WEATHER

Southern Australia receives much needed rain

Some drought-impacted regions received decent rain over the long weekend.

11 June 2025
WEATHER

Victorian Government delays controversial emergency services fee hike

Government cuts drought-impacted farmers some slack with extended funding and delayed fee hikes.

02 June 2025
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Shedding light on workshop illumination

Lighting for the workshop

27 May 2025