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Farming groups are calling for a senate inquiry into the bill to end live sheep exports by sea, to allow for proper consideration of the complex issues and provide an opportunity for more hearings in WA’s sheep and cattle producing regions. Credit: Josh Fernandez, Keep the Sheep.
SHEEP

Farming groups call for live sheep export senate inquiry

Farming groups argue the recent inquiry into the bill to end live exports was rushed and inadequate.

24 June 2024

The Agriculture Committee has recommended the Government proceed with its bill to end live sheep exports by sea. Credit: Mark Saunders.
SHEEP

Government gets the green light to shut down live sheep trade

Parliament's Agriculture Committee recommends the bill to shut down live sheep exports be passed.

24 June 2024

The CSIRO has forecast a national wheat yield of 2.27t/ha. Photo: Mark Saunders.
CROPPING

CSIRO predicts above average wheat yield

National wheat yield of 2.27t/ha expected, according to the latest CSIRO Wheatcast.

24 June 2024

The Blue Tree Project is touring through regional WA over the next few weeks. Photo courtesy of the Blue Tree Project.
AGRIBUSINESS

Blue Tree Project tours regional WA

The Blue Tree Project is hosting events throughout regional WA.

21 June 2024

WA Government accused of rushing through its strict new gun laws. Credit: ARM Photo Video, Shutterstock.
AGRIBUSINESS

WA'S tough new gun laws pass parliament

Accusations fly as WA's new Firearms Bill passed parliament this week.

21 June 2024

Coalition announces proposal to introduce nuclear power in Australia. Credit: Daniel Prudek, Shutterstock.
AGRIBUSINESS

Coalition announces bold nuclear power plans

A future federal Coalition Government would see nuclear energy introduced to Australia.

21 June 2024

DPIRD has updated its insecticide spraying guidelines. Photo: Mark Saunders.
CROPPING

Updated insecticide guides published

DPIRD has updated its insecticide spraying guidelines for Western Australia.

21 June 2024

The Dowerin Machinery Field Days will be kicking off its 60th celebrations early this year, with a combine harvester showcase in Perth city. Credit: Jenna Santos.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Harvesters set to show off ag sector in Perth CBD

Five combine harvesters be demonstrating paddock formations at Perth CBD tomorrow.

19 June 2024

Bird flu strains detected in Victoria are not the same as those found recently in US dairies and pose little threat to Australian cattle. Credit: Parilov, Shutterstock.
CATTLE

Victorian bird flu outbreak poses little risk to Australian cattle

Avian influenza strains at Victorian poultry farms are different to those infecting US dairy cattle.

19 June 2024

Grain growers in Western Australia have enjoyed good rainfalls following dry seeding in many regions. Photo: Mark Saunders.
CROPPING

Rainfall turns cropping fortunes around in Western Australia

Winter cropping prospects in WA improve after recent rains.

19 June 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.

editions

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.

editions

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.

editions

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.