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The ability to accurately measure and mark bolt holes in a circular pattern is more useful than you may think. From specifying wheel stud patterns to accurately marking out a pipe flange before drilling, this month’s Workshop looks at several ways to do both. The good news is you don’t need expensive, specialist tools. Credit: Josh Giumelli
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Measuring and marking bolt circles

Kondinin researcher, Josh Giumelli, discusses bolt circles.

23 April 2024

Soil moisture ranking map, 17 April 2024 (based on data starting from October 2023). Produced by Dr David Stephens, Agrometeorology Australia
WEATHER

West and east contrast increases

Soil moisture ranking map: 17 April 2024.

23 April 2024

UniSA survey seeks to find out what farmers want when it comes to mental health support. Credit: Lynda Disher, Shutterstock.
RESEARCH

Uni seeks farmer feedback on mental health support

UniSA wants to determine what support mechanisms farmers would be willing to engage with.

22 April 2024

FRRR's In a Good Place porgram awared $250,000 in grants to 17 organisations from remote, rural and regional Australia last year, for initiatives that support and promote mental health and wellbeing. Credit: Kate Bryan, Shutterstock.
AGRIBUSINESS

Farmer mental health projects receive a million dollar boost

Funding of up to $20,000 is available for rural community wellbeing projects until the end of April.

22 April 2024

A new quality assurance standard for wool production has been announced by AWEX. Photo: Mark Saunders.
SHEEP

Revitalised sustainability scheme for wool announced

A new program aims to set a new benchmark for sustainable wool production assurance.

22 April 2024

Dry seeding kicks off in WA, and is expected to continue for weeks, with no rain in sight. Credit: Mark Saunders.
CROPPING

Dry seeding starts in WA

WA growers have started seeding after months without rain.

22 April 2024

Fatigue can impact anyone working on the farm, particularly during busy periods, so ensuring everyone gets adequate sleep will ensure a productive and safe seeding. Credit: K.A. Willis, Shutterstock.
AGRIBUSINESS

Avoiding fatigue: how to get enough sleep this seeding

Fatigue due to sleepiness can have serious implications on job performance and safety.

19 April 2024

RSPCA has been granted access to old live export footage. Credit: Tom Dawkins, Australian Live Exporters Council.
SHEEP

RSCPA granted access to old live export footage

The Freedom of Information Commissioner has granted RSPCA access to live export footage from 2018.

19 April 2024

Some farmers will consider walking off the job if they can't access to overseas workers is reduced, a new survey has found. Credit: William Edge, Shutterstock.
AGRIBUSINESS

Reduced worker access could be catastrophic for ag

NFF survey finds over half of farmers will consider major changes if backpacker access is reduced.

19 April 2024

Case IH has added the AFS Connect technology package to its Puma range. Credit: Mark Saunders.
MACHINERY

AFS Connect added to Puma tractor range

The AFS Connect Puma was launched this week at the FutureAg Expo in Melbourne.

18 April 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.