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An inquiry into the live sheep export Bill has been launched, following protests in Perth last week. Credit: Rueben Hale.
SHEEP

Inquiry into live sheep export Bill commences

A public hearing will be held in WA as part of an inquiry into the Bill to end live sheep exports.

05 June 2024

Utes
MACHINERY

Utes dominant record-breaking vehicle sales month

The Ford Ranger ute was Australia’s most popular vehicle in May.

05 June 2024

Pump failures always happen at the worst possible time. Before you bite the bullet and strip a poorly-performing pump, check over the pressure switch and pressure tank settings. Credit: Josh Giumelli.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Pesky pump problems – part 1

Kondinin researcher, Josh Giumelli, takes a deep dive into pump problems.

05 June 2024

Research Report - June 2024 - Carbon Calculators
ISSUES

Research Report - June 2024 - Carbon Calculators

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

04 June 2024

Rabobank has forecast canola plantings to drop by nearly 13 per cent this year.Photo: Mark Saunders.
CROPPING

Wheat favoured in Australia's winter crop planting

Rabobank has forecast a slight lift in this year's Australian winter crop planting area.

03 June 2024

An AgriWebb report said farmers have a voice and it is having an effect, as shown in recent European farmers’ protests. Credit:  pmvfoto, Shutterstock.
AGRIBUSINESS

Report finds farmers are fed up with governments globally

Australian livestock producers are not alone in feeling unsupported by government policies.

03 June 2024

Episode 3 says a US election win by Donald Trump could have big implications for Australian agricultural exports.
AGRIBUSINESS

Trump to 'Make Australia Groan Again?"

Episode 3 provides its take on the implications of a second Trump election win.

03 June 2024

Farming Ahead eMagazine: June 2024
ISSUES

Farming Ahead eMagazine: June 2024

Read the magazine-format edition of Farming Ahead online.

31 May 2024

Beef carcases
CATTLE

Chinese beef ban pain eases

China has lifted a ban on beef exports from five Australian businesses.

31 May 2024

WA farmers and other industry representatives convoyed through Perth CBD today in protest of the live sheep trade shutdown. Credit: Rueben Hale.
SHEEP

Farmers fightback against live sheep trade shutdown

WA farmers and other sector supporters rally to save live sheep exports.

31 May 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.

editions

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.