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Telstra customers with eligible plans and devices will be able to use Telstra's satellite messaging service within weeks.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Telstra launches its satellite message service

Telstra customers with eligible plans and devices will be able to access DTC messaging within weeks.

04 June 2025

Australian winter crop production (Mt), 2025/26 season.
CROPPING

Winter crop production forecast to be sixth highest on record

ABARES June Crop Report forecasts an eight per cent drop in winter production to 55.6m tonnes.

04 June 2025

The UK's stance on neonicotinoids had a dramatic impact on rapeseed (canola) production.
CROPPING

Lessons to be learnt from the UK when it comes to Aussie agriculture

History shows governing bodies need to make informed and relevant, not reactive decisions.

03 June 2025

Victorian-based livestock consultant Lisa Warn said the PDS project gave producers confidence and a clear path forward, to switch over to a non-mulesed flock.
SHEEP

Producers trial paths away from mulesing

A project bridges the gap between intention and practical change away from mulesing.

02 June 2025

A trial is comparing twin lamb survival.
SHEEP

Improving twin lamb survival through better shelter

A multi-state project investigates twin lamb survival during the cold months.

02 June 2025

The Victorian Government has delayed its plan to slug the state's drought-affected farmers an extra 150 per cent in emergency services fees.
WEATHER

Victorian Government delays controversial emergency services fee hike

Government cuts drought-impacted farmers some slack with extended funding and delayed fee hikes.

02 June 2025

Liquid Systems has a 4000L capacity Liquid Bridge that can be used on John Deere C series air carts.
MACHINERY

Liquid Bridge to boost John Deere capacity at seeding

Liquid Systems has a new 4000 litre capacity Liquid Bridge for John Deere C series seeding carts.

02 June 2025

Farming Ahead - June 2025
ISSUES

Farming Ahead - June 2025

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

30 May 2025

Hay prices have risen significantly in recent weeks, as farmers desperately seek feed.
PASTURES & SOILS

No hay while the sun shines

Hay prices are up as livestock producers in drought-stricken regions become desperate for feed.

30 May 2025

The National Heavy Lamb Indicator price broke new ground this week.
SHEEP

Lamb prices skyrocket amid buying frenzy

Prime lamb prices break $400 a head as heavy weight indicator reaches uncharted territory.

30 May 2025

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.

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.

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.

editions

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.