Mecardo: 2 of 5

SHEEP

What's driving lamb price surges?

Analysts consider what's driving lamb prices up, as new records are set.

07 July 2025

CROPPING

Grain premium drops as Middle East ceasefire holds

Wheat and crude oil prices have dropped to pre-conflict levels, following a sharp spike.

30 June 2025

SHEEP

Tasmania and Queensland lead the move away from mulesing

Some states are slower to transition away from mulesing than others, but the challenges also vary.

06 June 2025

CROPPING

Where's the drought premium for grains?

Large areas of Australia are impacted by drought, but grain prices don't seem to be responding.

06 June 2025

PASTURES & SOILS

No hay while the sun shines

Hay prices are up as livestock producers in drought-stricken regions become desperate for feed.

30 May 2025

CATTLE

Beef exports to the US remain strong despite tariffs

April exports statistics indicate US tariffs have yet to dampen the demand for Australia beef.

09 May 2025

CROPPING

Wheat prices fall flat, but opportunities may lie ahead

Agricultural analysts discuss wheat prices and potential future opportunities.

30 April 2025

CROPPING

On again, off again: Trump tugs the reins on tariff policy

Trade dispute and global production- what it means for grain.

14 April 2025

PARTNER CONTENT

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

PARTNER CONTENT

Biostimulants Unlock Higher Yields in Broadacre Crops

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

PARTNER CONTENT

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.