Farm business

 Peak farming bodies want more information on adjustments to the controversial biosecurity levy. Photo: Ben White.
INSIGHT

Biosecurity levy adjusted but questions remain

Industry leaders are calling for clarity on changes to a proposed biosecurity levy.

14 February 2024

 Rabobank predicts a strong year ahead. Picture Mark Saunders.
INSIGHT

Rabobank predicts a strong year for ag

Rabobank predicts a strong year for the Australian ag sector, but global challenges will continue.

02 February 2024

The Productivity Commission has shone a light on a proposed biosecurity levy. Photo: Mark Saunders.
AGRIBUSINESS

Biosecurity protection: levy or tax?

A new report reinforces Biosecurity Protection Levy concerns.

15 December 2023

 Seasonal and trade conditions, along with economic headwinds, will determine the outlook for Australia Agriculture over the next six months, says Rural Bank. Picture Mark Saunders.
INSIGHT

What's on the cards for 2024?

Rural Bank narrows down the challenges facing Australian agriculture into three key themes.

13 December 2023

 Organic farming does not stack up when it comes to feeding the world, says Episode 3.
CROPPING

Organic farming is not the solution

Episode 3 lays down the law on organic farming

04 December 2023

 Farmers are more motivated to improve farm productivity then to gain carbon credits, according to new research. Photo courtesy of AgriFutures Australia.
INSIGHT

Soil health motivates carbon farming uptake

New research shows improved productivity is a key carbon farming motivator.

22 November 2023

 Cover up:  A hat with a generous brim and protection for the neck is a great idea for extra protection from the sun. Photo: Mark Saunders.
INSIGHT

Skin cancer is still a major concern for Aussie workers

Farmers are at high risk of developing potentially deadly skin cancers.

20 November 2023

 Rebates of up to $30,000 are now available for a wide range of technology. Photo: Mark Saunders.
TECHNOLOGY

$30k agtech rebates now available

Agtech rebates and a free information service are now available.

30 October 2023

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.

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

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

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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.

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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.

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Research Report: Carbon Calculators (June 2024)

Farming Ahead's June Research Report compares two carbon calculators which can be used by grain growers.

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Research Report: High Horsepower Tractors (May 2024)

Kondinin Group has rounded up some real broadacre muscle in this Research Report - looking at 447kW (600hp)-plus tractors.