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 Cover up:  A hat with a generous brim and protection for the neck is a great idea for extra protection from the sun. Photo: Mark Saunders.
INSIGHT

Skin cancer is still a major concern for Aussie workers

Farmers are at high risk of developing potentially deadly skin cancers.

20 November 2023

 Productive approach: Murdoch University livestock research scientist Caroline Jacobson is looking into improving the survival and lifetime productivity of maiden ewes. Photo: Caroline Jacobson.
LIVESTOCK

Closing the gap in maiden ewe reproductive performance

New research aims to increase scanning and marking rates.

20 November 2023

 CSIRO is inviting NSW regional residents to complete a survey on the 2021 mouse plague. Photo courtesy of Peter Brown, CSIRO.
INSIGHT

CSIRO seeks feedback on 2021 mouse plague

A survey, which aims to better understand the impact of the 2021 NSW mouse plague, is now open.

20 November 2023

 WA harvest predicted to be mostly finished by the end of December after an early start and disappointing yields. Image Ben White.
CROPPING

WA harvest predicted to be done and dusted by the new year

GIWA drops its WA production estimates to 14.5m tonnes and predicts an early finish to harvest.

20 November 2023

 The WA Government has extended its eID Tag Incentive Scheme until the end of next year. Photo courtesy of  DPIRD.
LIVESTOCK

WA electronic tag discount scheme extended

WA sheep and goat producers have until the end of next year to get discounted eID tags.

17 November 2023

 Winning photo from the 2022 AgDay photography competition "Dog in the Water Trough", captured by David Williams from New South Wales. Photo provided by NFF and taken by David Williams.
INSIGHT

Happy National Agricultural Day

Today's AgDay aims to celebrate the significant role farming plays in shaping Australia.

17 November 2023

 Even lines: A tight, six-week calving period results in heavier, more consistent progeny compared to those born over a longer period. Photo: Pamela Lawson
CATTLE

A tight calving brings benefits

Kondinin Group's Pamela Lawson investigates the benefits of shorter calving periods.

17 November 2023

 Hear no evil: There are plenty of sources of noise on the farm capable of damaging our hearing. Aside from machinery, power tools such as impact wrenches and grinders can generate significant sound pressure levels which can damage hearing with prolonged use. Credit: Ben White.
INSIGHT

WORKSHOP: Hearing protection

Kondinin researcher, Josh Giumelli, discusses hearing protection.

15 November 2023

 Sheep and grain farmer, Jamie Spence, from Borden WA, is featured in the NFF's new ad campaign. Photo courtesy of NFF.
LIVESTOCK

NFF launches live sheep export ads in Perth

NFF launches campaign to raise awareness about the potential impact of the live sheep export ban.

15 November 2023

 Rural Bank said lamb and beef prices are likely to remain fairly stable over the coming month. Picture Mark Saunders.
LIVESTOCK

Livestock prices stabilise as demand improves

Lamb and cattle prices are expected to remain steady.

15 November 2023

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.