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Listen to what Kondinin Engineer, Josh Giumelli, has to say about locking methods for tight nuts.
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Video: Locking methods for tight nuts

Kondinin engineer, Josh Guimelli, provides overview on locking methods for tight nuts.

21 March 2025

An MLA and South Australian collaboration is developing a unique mini scanner to accurately measure intramuscular fat in lamb carcases.
SHEEP

Unique mini meat scanner gets to work in abattoirs

A unique needle scanner is being used to measure carcases and help improve red meat eating quality.

21 March 2025

Wool prices have improved in recent weeks, as processors stock up for looming retailer demand.
SHEEP

Australian wool prices rise despite market "jitters"

The EMI is up 11.1 per cent since the start of the season, as retailer deadlines loom.

21 March 2025

Stopping nuts and bolts from vibrating undone may seem straightforward, but a surprising amount of machinery breakdowns occur for this exact reason.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Locking methods for tight nuts

Josh Giumelli covers a range of fastener locking methods for adding a little security to repairs.

20 March 2025

A project is under way looking at tailored intervention strategies to reduce Merino ewe mortality rates.
SHEEP

Project aims to tackle Merino ewe mortality

A study looks at identifying the most effective intervention strategies for individual scenarios.

20 March 2025

Trials on King Island showed the many factors influencing the incidences of dark cutting in grass-fed cattle.
CATTLE

Avoiding the dark side: reducing dark cutting in beef cattle

Dark cutting remains a significant issue in Australian the beef industry.

19 March 2025

Southern NSW Innovation Hub director Cindy Cassidy said a pilot study undertaken by the Hub using the RaPP mapping tool, has helped producers to understand what options exist in the face of oncoming drought.
PASTURES & SOILS

Pilot unveils mapping tool's potential to identify drought trigger points

Groundcover monitoring tool piloted on two pastoral properties in NSW.

19 March 2025

John Deere harvesters are set for automation upgrades.
MACHINERY

Automation features in John Deere harvester upgrades

John Deere has announced upgrades to its harvester range, focusing on automation.

19 March 2025

GPA opposes Elders' proposed takeover of Delta Agribusiness, expressing concerns about the potential impact on competition and prices of key inputs.
AGRIBUSINESS

ACCC stalls Elders' Delta Ag takeover

ACCC has delayed releasing findings of its review of Elders' proposed acquisition of Delta Ag.

19 March 2025

Farmers for Climate Action is pushing for Government support to make on-farm batteries more affordable for all producers.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Climate action group calls for on-farm battery support

Farmers for Climate Action (FCA) is pushing for support to boost on-farm battery affordability.

17 March 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.

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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.