Australia

Test it: Soil and plant tissue testing can help when it comes to managing stock nutritional needs, Photo: Mark Saunders.
SHEEP

Supplementation through the seasons

Nuffield scholar demystifies supplementation.

18 March 2024

An eye on ewe:  Ewes, especially pregnant ewes require close attention and monitoring in dry times if confinement feeding is being used. Photo: Mark Saunders.
SHEEP

Careful attention needed during transitions into and out of confinement feeding

Confinement feeding sheep requires constant monitoring and carefully planned nutrition supply.

18 March 2024

Multi-tasking: There are now multiple platforms that enable online buyers to bid remotely at physical auctions. Photo: Pamela Lawson
CATTLE

A new option for online marketing

New online platform launched in competition with AuctionsPlus and FarmGate.

18 March 2024

The CSIRO and GRDC would like growers to monitor mouse numbers in the lead up to sowing. Photo courtesy MouseAlert.
CROPPING

Grain growers reminded to check for mouse numbers

Monitoring mouse numbers is important in the lead up to sowing the winter crop.

18 March 2024

 MLA reports buyers are offering discounts for unshorn lambs due to the additional cost and effort required for shearing. Image courtesy of Meat & Livestock Australia.
SHEEP

Shearer shortages impact lamb prices

MLA reports discerning buyers are offering discounts on unshorn lambs at saleyards.

15 March 2024

 WorkSafe NSW is urging people to take safety seriously when it comes to quad bikes and side-by-sides. Photo: Mark Saunders.
MACHINERY

Injuries and fatalities prompt urgent reminder for farm vehicle safety

Deaths and injuries from quad bikes and side-by-sides prompt warning from SafeWork NSW.

14 March 2024

 Applications are now open for the Nuffield Scholarship program. Image courtesy Nuffield Australia.
AGRIBUSINESS

Nuffield scholarship applications now open

The Nuffield Scholarship program is now open for applications.

14 March 2024

 Lamb and mutton prices should rebound later this year, according to Rural Bank's latest outlook. Photo: Mark Saunders.
SHEEP

Lamb and mutton prices continue to soften

Lamb and mutton prices have slipped but Rural Bank expects them to pick up later in the year.

12 March 2024

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Safety first for the year ahead

Since 1870, Blundstone, have supported & protecting farmers across Australia from

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Precise and Productive Seeding Equipment

The success of next year's harvest begins now, with strong preparation and planning.

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What's happening at Goldacres

2022 capped a big year for Goldacres, another model added- Prairie Pro Series 2 &

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Effective biosecurity begins long before the border

Australian scientists are encouraged to use their skills for the benefit of partner

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: Harvest Weed Seed Mills

The Report includes a round up of commercially-available batching plants as well as farmer-made approaches.

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Research Report: Agritechnica 2023

Kondinin Group’s Mark Saunders, Ben White and Josh Giumelli went to Agritechnica, Germany. This report covers the key award winners from the event and some of the latest autonomous platforms displayed.

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Research Report: Fronting Up

This Research Report looks at harvester fronts including research and expertise from Kondinin Group’s Ben White, with input from harvesting specialists Brett Asphar, Kassie Van Der Westhuizen, Murray Skayman and Martin Reichelt.

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Research Report: Liquid Applications At Seeding

Kondinin Group’s Mark Saunders, Josh Giumelli and Ben White have rounded up liquid application Case Studies for this Research Report including tips and tricks from experiencd producers.