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If production feeding weaner cattle on-farm, monitor weight gains and markets regularly to ensure it is cost effective.
CATTLE

To feed or not to feed

Production feeding costs and considerations for young cattle.

15 May 2026

Geoff and Bronwyn Cook have seen improvements in their pasture and livestock management through the use of virtual fencing technology.
CATTLE

Virtual fencing becomes a reality

Producers’ perspective on virtual fencing.

15 May 2026

Mapping high frost risk zones on farms is being investigated in the development of a new mapping tool.
CROPPING

New tool helps to identify frost-prone areas

The tool was developed through the "Precision ag analytics for frost and heat management" project.

13 May 2026

NFF said the tax exemptions were significant wins for family farm businesses.
AGRIBUSINESS

Budget breakdown: wins and losses for agriculture

Last night's Federal Budget delivered mixed results.

13 May 2026

A $3 million Green Sheep Project has started and includes various producer and landholder groups from around Australia.
SHEEP

Multi-million dollar Green Sheep Project announced

Federal Government $3 million project to assist with natural capital and on-farm data management.

13 May 2026

New research finds poor and inconsistent connectivity across farms is limiting the adoption of digital technologies.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Research finds connectivity gaps are holding Australian agriculture back

The research indicated hybrid connectivity models were needed.

11 May 2026

The National Centre for Farmer Health has welcomed $900,000 in funding from the Victorian government.
AGRIBUSINESS

Farmer health receives $900,000 boost in Victoria

Victorian government provides $900,000 in funding for the National Centre for Farmer Health.

11 May 2026

RDAA president, Dr Sarah Chalmers, is among the health professionals to argue that more targeted policies and workforce measures were needed for rural health.
AGRIBUSINESS

Medical professionals raise rural health concerns

Experts argue rural health needs targeted policies and measures.

11 May 2026

Australian farmland values have risen for the 12th consecutive year.
AGRIBUSINESS

Australian farmland values hit record $10,516/ha

Bendigo Bank Agribusiness reported a 2.8 per cent rise in farmland values last year.

11 May 2026

GIWA is predicting record canola plantings in WA this season.
CROPPING

Early rainfall to the rescue in WA

An early start to the season has boosted confidence in WA.

08 May 2026

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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

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.

PARTNER CONTENT

Drought, Fires, and Floods Haven't Stopped WA-Based Business Expansion

CW Imports continues to expand its reach across Australia

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: 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.

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Research Report: Diesels Duke It Out (March 2026)

Kondinin Group's Ben White, Mark Saunders, Josh Giumelli and Jenna Santos spent a few days evaluating four of the latest 4WD diesel utes for this month's Research Report.