LATEST HEADLINES : 132 of 1819

The NFF is urging the Federal Government to reconsider the timelines of implementing proposed vehicle emissions standards. Photo: Ben White.
MACHINERY

NFF says fuel efficiency standards approach needs more work

The NFF is urging the Government to reconsider a proposed vehicle emissions standard.

22 March 2024

Kate Muirhead, SARDI (left), Dr Kym Perry, SARDI, Lizzie von Perger, Stirlings to Coast Farmers, and Svetlana Micic, DPIRD place snails with parasitic flies into release buckets as part of a biocontrol trial at Wellstead in WA. Picture courtesy DPIRD.
CROPPING

French flies to tackle snails in WA

WA-based researchers are targeting conical snail pests with a parasitic fly.

22 March 2024

New tractor sales continue to normalise. Picture Mark Saunders.
MACHINERY

Tractor sales continue to normalise following recent highs

New tractor sales were down 18 per cent last month on February 2023.

20 March 2024

The WA ag minister has been accused on failing to stand up for the state's sheep producers. Picture Mark Saunders.
SHEEP

WA government accused of having "secret" live export meetings

The WA Government has been meeting with federal ministers about a transition package for farmers.

20 March 2024

Test it: Soil and plant tissue testing can help when it comes to managing stock nutritional needs, Photo: Mark Saunders.
SHEEP

Supplementation through the seasons

Nuffield scholar demystifies supplementation.

18 March 2024

An eye on ewe:  Ewes, especially pregnant ewes require close attention and monitoring in dry times if confinement feeding is being used. Photo: Mark Saunders.
SHEEP

Careful attention needed during transitions into and out of confinement feeding

Confinement feeding sheep requires constant monitoring and carefully planned nutrition supply.

18 March 2024

Multi-tasking: There are now multiple platforms that enable online buyers to bid remotely at physical auctions. Photo: Pamela Lawson
CATTLE

A new option for online marketing

New online platform launched in competition with AuctionsPlus and FarmGate.

18 March 2024

The CSIRO and GRDC would like growers to monitor mouse numbers in the lead up to sowing. Photo courtesy MouseAlert.
CROPPING

Grain growers reminded to check for mouse numbers

Monitoring mouse numbers is important in the lead up to sowing the winter crop.

18 March 2024

 DPIRD soil researcher Wayne Parker stressed the importance of ameliorating in May at the GRDC updates in Perth last month. Photo: Jenna Santos
CROPPING

Ameliorating wet soil maximises benefits

DPIRD soil researchers have stressed the importance of ameliorating soil after the season breaks.

15 March 2024

 MLA reports buyers are offering discounts for unshorn lambs due to the additional cost and effort required for shearing. Image courtesy of Meat & Livestock Australia.
SHEEP

Shearer shortages impact lamb prices

MLA reports discerning buyers are offering discounts on unshorn lambs at saleyards.

15 March 2024

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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

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Biostimulants Unlock Higher Yields in Broadacre Crops

Independent trials show Biostart biostimulants deliver 9–11% yield gains and strong ROI in broadacre crops

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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.