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TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

AI-driven mapping system tracks real-time soil moisture

Free AI-powered soil moisture mapping tool released.

06 October 2025

TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Optus fails again: callers cut off from Triple Zero

Optus customers have been unable to contact emergency services for the second time this month.

29 September 2025

TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

FurrowMate wins 2025 Henty Machine of the Year Award

The unit delivers biologicals into the planting farrow and works with most air seeders.

25 September 2025

TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Draft universal mobile obligation outlines rules for major telcos

Government releases draft Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation (UOMO) legislation.

22 September 2025

TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

PHEVs deemed important transition technology for regional drivers

Plug-in hybrid sales are rising rapidly, offering flexible driving options for regional drivers.

06 August 2025

TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Optiweigh - worth its weight

NSW producers, Nigel and Kate Kerin, share their experiences with using Optiweigh.

04 August 2025

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

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Seed Terminator: weeds meet their final harvest

By driving weed populations down, many farms are now achieving outcomes that challenge traditional assumptions about water use efficiency

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Biostimulants Unlock Higher Yields in Broadacre Crops

Independent trials show Biostart biostimulants deliver 9–11% yield gains and strong ROI in broadacre crops

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Building a Resilient Digital Ecosystem for all Australians

Telstra is committed to creating a resilient digital ecosystem that benefits all Australians, with a particular focus on enhancing regional connectivity and leveraging advanced technologies.

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.

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Research Report: Drones (July 2026)

With drones becoming more prevalent in Australian agricultural operations, this month’s Research Report looks at the latest drone technology and applications for both broadacre farming and livestock enterprises.

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Research Report: Auto Drafters (June 2026)

This month's Research Report includes an in-depth look at five popular sheep auto drafters complemented by several Case Studies of producers using the drafters to improve their livestock management.

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Research Report: High Horsepower Tracked Tractors (May 2026)

Kondinin Group researchers Mark Saunders, Ben White and Josh Giumelli have inspected some of the latest high-horsepower, articulated, fixed-frame and twin-tracked tractors for this month's Research Report. It's all about getting power to the ground.

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Research Report: Mother Bins (April 2026)

Mother bins are an important part of on-farm grain logistics. This Research Report details 10 brands including locally-made and imported models with capacities up to 300 tonnes.