University of Melbourne

CROPPING

How to simplify nitrogen fertiliser decisions

Researchers have identified simpler methods for determining N fertiliser rates.

20 February 2026

SHEEP

Study trials feed additives to cut sheep methane emissions

The study on emissions reduction in livestock kicked off in January.

15 December 2025

SHEEP

New study to probe sheep methane emissions

Project will investigate potential emissions reduction for sheep via different feed additives.

22 October 2025

SHEEP

Project aims to tackle Merino ewe mortality

A study looks at identifying the most effective intervention strategies for individual scenarios.

20 March 2025

CROPPING

Scale created to take ambiguity out of crop development measurements

New scales provide clearer and more objective descriptions when measuring crop development.

11 March 2024

CROPPING

Ground breaking ryegrass genome research to benefit growers

Breakthrough ryegrass research will help growers better manage herbicide resistance.

08 May 2023

AGRIBUSINESS

Modifying broadacre farming systems to minimise drought risk

Drought research covers crop rotation, inputs and native vegetation

12 October 2022

CROPPING

New research could protect canola crops

Blackleg disease can cause 10 per cent yield loss in canola.

19 July 2021

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.

PARTNER CONTENT

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

CW Imports continues to expand its reach across Australia

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: 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.

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Research Report: Diesels Duke It Out (March 2026)

Kondinin Group's Ben White, Mark Saunders, Josh Giumelli and Jenna Santos spent a few days evaluating four of the latest 4WD diesel utes for this month's Research Report.