Peak farming bodies have reiterated fears farmers may have to sell farmland to pay tax bills if proposed changes to superannuation are passed in the Senate.

Super tax is back on the agenda as Federal Parliament resumes

Farming leaders have reaffirmed their strong opposition to proposed changes to superannuation tax.

23 July 2025

Farmers may be tempted to cut back policies to reduce insurance costs, but experts warn there can be devastating consequences of being underinsured.

Addressing rising farm insurance costs

Insurance brokers suggest strategies for reducing insurance costs.

23 July 2025

Farmsafe says fatigue has long been normalised in agriculture - but argues the "keep going" culture is not working.

Campaign urges farmers to reframe fatigue as a safety threat

National Farm Safety Week: Farmsafe Australia argues the "just keep going" culture isn't working.

22 July 2025

Greenhouse gas emissions are the focus of a national $39 million project for grain growers.

Multi-million dollar initiative launched to help grain growers manage emissions

National $39 million program announced to monitor and manage greenhouse gas emissions.

22 July 2025

Side-by-sides overtook quads as the leading agent causing on-farm fatalities last year, despite often being considered as the safer alternative.

Side-by-sides overtake as leading cause of on-farm fatalities

SSVs overtook tractors and quad bikes as the leading cause of on-farm fatalities last year.

21 July 2025

Addressing rising farm insurance costs

Insurance brokers suggest strategies for reducing insurance costs.

23 July 2025

Campaign urges farmers to reframe fatigue as a safety threat

National Farm Safety Week: Farmsafe Australia argues the "just keep going" culture isn't working.

22 July 2025

Multi-million dollar initiative launched to help grain growers manage emissions

22 July 2025

Side-by-sides overtake as leading cause of on-farm fatalities

21 July 2025

US trade deal with Indonesia threatens access for Australian wheat

The US has made a deal with Indonesia that could reduce access for Australian wheat.

14 July 2025

US president, Donald Trump, is at it again - issuing new tariffs on numerous nations.

Grain markets sink as Trump announces new tariffs

Trump is back on his tariff crusade - and markets have reacted.

14 July 2025

Bendigo Bank says the second half of the year should be viewed with cautious optimism.

Cautious optimism for Aussie agriculture

Bendigo Bank’s Mid-Year Outlook highlights stark contrasts for farming production in Australia.

08 July 2025

Curtis Stone’s restaurant in the US made special mention of Tasmania’s Cape Grim Beef in the World’s Top 101 Best Steak Restaurants guide, with MLA reporting at least 38 of the steakhouses had Aussie beef on the menu. MLA said Australia’s reputation for providing high quality beef is one of the drivers of record export volumes.

New monthly record set for Australian beef exports

Australian beef exports hit 134,593 tonnes in June - the highest monthly total on record.

07 July 2025

AGRIBUSINESS

Addressing rising farm insurance costs

Insurance brokers suggest strategies for reducing insurance costs.

23 July 2025

Super tax is back on the agenda as Federal Parliament resumes

Farming leaders have reaffirmed their strong opposition to proposed changes to superannuation tax.

23 July 2025

Campaign urges farmers to reframe fatigue as a safety threat

National Farm Safety Week: Farmsafe Australia argues the "just keep going" culture isn't working.

22 July 2025

Side-by-sides overtake as leading cause of on-farm fatalities

SSVs overtook tractors and quad bikes as the leading cause of on-farm fatalities last year.

21 July 2025

"Second Chances" campaign kicks off for National Farm Safety Week

Farmsafe Australia launches 2025 National Farm Safety Week and Safer Farms Report.

21 July 2025

MACHINERY

John Deere has announced a new lineup of self-propelled forage harvesters which peak at 750kW (1000hp).

John Deere's F8 and F9 forage harvesters deliver peak power of 750kW

New self-propelled forage harvesters from John Deere feature plenty of horsepower and technology.

15 July 2025

Tractor sales decline steadies for June

A few positives recorded in an otherwise quiet month for Australian tractor sales.

14 July 2025

Ford Ranger ute tops June vehicle sales

Ranger ute the most popular vehicle in June as BYD's Shark creeps into top four of ute sales.

04 July 2025

Case IH upgrades Steiger Quadtrac range

Case IH has launched the latest model of its Steiger Quadtrac.

02 July 2025

Boss rolls out new seeding cart and ripper

The Gen2 Boss air carts can be up to 33,600 litres capacity.

30 June 2025

CROPPING

Multi-million dollar initiative launched to help grain growers manage emissions

National $39 million program announced to monitor and manage greenhouse gas emissions.

22 July 2025

Highly fungicide-resistant net form net blotch detected in WA

WA barley growers advised to prioritise agronomic disease management.

16 July 2025

US trade deal with Indonesia threatens access for Australian wheat

The US has made a deal with Indonesia that could reduce access for Australian wheat.

14 July 2025

Widespread rain refreshes WA cropping optimism

Recent rain has turned around yield potential across most of WA's grain belt.

11 July 2025

Industry delivers more than $3 million to research funding in South Australia

Projects have been funded across many areas including crop protection and disease management.

08 July 2025

LIVESTOCK

The Federal Government has provided further details about available funding to support the transition away from live sheep exports.

Live sheep export ban: further funding details announced

Producers are eligible for grants of up to $75k to transition away from live sheep exports.

16 July 2025

New soils project aims to address wind erosion risk in WA

A new research project has commenced to support WA farmers with properties at risk of wind erosion.

16 July 2025

Electronic ear tags now available via the SPA website

Sheep Producers Australia is selling eID tags online via its new Mob Mate platform.

14 July 2025

Producer perspectives on virtual fencing

The pros and cons of virtual fencing.

11 July 2025

The reality of virtual fencing

A look at virtual fencing as an alternative for managing livestock and pastures.

11 July 2025

RESEARCH

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A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Kondinin team.

Research Report: Cordless Impact Wrenches (July 2025)

Six battery-powered impact wrenches were bench tested in this month's Research Report, focusing on their ability to get nuts done up and undone.

25 June 2025

Research Report: Mouse Bait Applications (June 2025)

Mice remain a significant issue for cropping regions and the June Research Report, supported by an investment from the Grains Research and Development Corporation, brings together the latest research and practical recommendations for bait spreading and machinery performance to help growers improve mouse control strategies.

29 May 2025

Research Report: Farm Labour (May 2025)

Farm labour, whether temporary, casual, contract or permanent staff, is an essential part of agriculture. This Research Report provides insights to help better source and manage one of the farm’s most valuable assets – its people.

14 May 2025

Research Report: Sheep Yards (April 2025)

This month's Research Report includes more than a dozen case studies of new sheep yard builds and renovations from around the country. There are plenty of ideas to make the handling of stock more efficient and stress-free.

01 April 2025

TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

Connectivity will be a key topic at the upcoming FutureAg Expo in Melbourne.

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