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The 2024 season has exceeded expectations in WA, with growers producing the third largest harvest on limited rain.
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WA cropping season: one for the history books

WA growers have produced more grain than expected for the rainfall received.

13 December 2024

Staying cool and hydrated are essential while working in summer heat, but there are other measures farmers should put in place to protect themselves and farmer workers from heat-related illnesses.
AGRIBUSINESS

Working in summer: Preventing heat-related illness

Farmers are at high risk of suffering from heat-related illnesses in summer.

12 December 2024

WAMMCO is set to face court in February after being charged over the death of a worker in 2022.
AGRIBUSINESS

WAMMCO prosecuted over worker death

WAMMCO is facing a fine of up to $3.5 million after being charged over the death of a worker.

12 December 2024

A gall affected skeleton weed plant at a site in Narembeen in WA..
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New tool for skeleton weed control to be trialled

Western Australian grain growers can access a natural predator of skeleton weed.

11 December 2024

New preliminary research indicates storing wheat could improve falling number test results.
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Storage shown to improve wheat falling number

Preliminary research finds storage could help wheat reach a higher grade.

11 December 2024

GPA issues a warning after Cotton Australia reports early signs of off-target spray drift damage.
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GPA issues timely spray drift warning

Early signs of off-target spray drift damage have emerged as weed growth escalates.

10 December 2024

Grain growers may be able to cash in on upcoming marketing opportunities, but will also face some difficult decisions, Rural Bank says.
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Rural Bank predicts grain marketing opportunities are on the horizon

Australian growers may be able to cash in on higher grain production and global volatility.

10 December 2024

The latest National Residue Survey shows Australian grain growers are doing a good job of complying with pesticide residue levels.
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Pesticide residue survey reveals high compliance

National Residue Survey shows excellent compliance by growers from around Australia.

09 December 2024

New analysis shows nuclear technologies do not offer a cost advantage over renewables, such as solar.
AGRIBUSINESS

Analysis debunks claims nuclear will deliver cheaper energy

The Coalition claims its nuclear plan will deliver cheaper energy, but a new report refutes this.

09 December 2024

Grain growers need to listen and respond to public concerns if they want support for a social licence to keep farming, a new report has found.
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Report highlights the importance of building public trust

Grain growers must build public trust to retain and maintain a social licence to operate.

09 December 2024

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Utrisha N: The new biostimulant boosting broadacre yield potential

Extensive trials conducted across Australia show boosted yields in a wide range of

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Maximise your nitrogen use efficiency

Losing nitrogen to the environment can be costly.

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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.

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: Succession Planning (December 2024)

This month's research report, compiled with the input of John White, Rural Generations, is a great resource for succession planning. A key message from the report is to start succession planning as soon as possible.

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Research Report: Field Days Wrap (November 2024)

Kondinin Group's research team has the low down on the latest gear that was on show at various field days held around the country in the past few months.

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Research Report: Trailing Sheep Feeders (October 2024)

Trailing sheep feeders are on the menu for Kondinin Group's October Research Report with nine popular models covered.

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Research Report: Livestock Management Software (September 2024)

Kondinin Group's September Research Report looks at a range of livestock management software platforms which can make life a lot easier when it comes to efficient sheep and cattle production.