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It can be hard enough selecting the best chainsaw for your needs, but chain selection is a whole other kettle of fish. The wrong choice can see slow cutting speed and frequent re-sharpens, but the right chain can make the chips really fly. Credit: Ben White.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Take care when choosing chainsaw chains

Kondinin Researcher, Josh Giumelli, looks at chainsaw chains.

27 July 2024

An ongoing study looks at the value of pulse crops. Credit: LIG7AGR, Shutterstock.
CROPPING

N balance helps reveal true value of pulses

A GRDC-funded study looks at the numbers surrounding pulses.

27 July 2024

US farmers fear they will lose access to glyphosate products, as Roundup litigation continues. Credit: The Image Party, Shutterstock.
CROPPING

Is glyphosate under threat?

American growers fear access to Bayer glyphosate products is under threat due to US litigation.

26 July 2024

A Roundup class action, alleging Monsanto glyphosate products cause lymphoma, has been dismissed by an Australian judge. Credit: Mark Saunders.
CROPPING

Roundup class action dismissed

A class action against Monsanto has been dismissed by an Australian judge in Federal court.

26 July 2024

John Deere’s Australia and New Zealand production systems manager, Stephanie Gersekowski, said autonomy is always a hot topic of discussion.
AGRIBUSINESS

New John Deere high density baler on show at AFIA conference

John Deere L314R high density large square baler revealed at National Fodder Conference.

26 July 2024

Australian Custom Harvesters will hold its AGM and forum in Swan Hill in August. Photo: Mark Saunders.
MACHINERY

Custom Harvesters to hold AGM and event

Australian Custom Harvesters will be holding its AGM on 7-8 August.

26 July 2024

Research Report - August 2024 - Grain Storage
ISSUES

Research Report - August 2024 - Grain Storage

Read this archived issue of Farming Ahead's Research Report printed edition in your web browser.

24 July 2024

Farming Ahead eMagazine: August 2024
ISSUES

Farming Ahead eMagazine: August 2024

Read the magazine-format edition of Farming Ahead online.

24 July 2024

WEATHER

Generally better outlook develops for most crops

Predicted shire wheat yields map: 11 July, 2024.

24 July 2024

Grassfed Australian beef exports are outperforming grainfed beef, according to the Global Beef Market Update. Credit: William Edge, Shutterstock.
CATTLE

Strong outlook remains for Australian beef

A new report shows a strong outlook for Australian beef in the global market.

24 July 2024

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.