Pasture

Potential problems: Rapidly growing phalaris plants can contain high concentrations of toxic alkaloids that can cause staggers and sudden death in livestock. Photo Pamela Lawson.
LIVESTOCK

Potential pasture problems for livestock

Some plant species can be potentially problematic for livestock. Find out what to look out for.

06 October 2023

 CSIRO is running an extensive saltbush planting program across Australia to help combat salinity and the effects of drought. Image courtesy CSIRO.
SHEEP

CSIRO saltbush mission heads eastward

Nationwide saltbush program to help with drought management

05 July 2023

The Pastures from Space service has been upgraded. Image by DPIRD
PASTURES & SOILS

Satellite mapping features boosted for WA pastures

Livestock producers should utilise satellite mapping technology.

27 June 2022

 The ideal combination of rainfall and mild weather will provide sufficient food reserves for locusts.
AGRIBUSINESS

Growers urged to be aware of locusts

Use the PestFax app to report any locust activity.

03 November 2021

 New research on sheep production in legume pasture systems.
SHEEP

Research looks at the effect of legume pasture on sheep

WA researchers looking for more demonstration sites.

04 August 2021

  MLA has issued a bloat warning with improved seasonal conditions in southern Australia. Picture Pamela Lawson
SHEEP

Bloat risk increases as seasonal conditions improve

Bloat can be costly

16 December 2020

Pasture map: October 2020
PASTURES & SOILS

October national pasture insights map

Variations in southern biomass over last month

22 October 2020

 The September 2020 pasture outlook.
PASTURES & SOILS

September national pasture insights map

Pasture maps shows subtle changes

23 September 2020

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Safety first for the year ahead

Since 1870, Blundstone, have supported & protecting farmers across Australia from

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Precise and Productive Seeding Equipment

The success of next year's harvest begins now, with strong preparation and planning.

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What's happening at Goldacres

2022 capped a big year for Goldacres, another model added- Prairie Pro Series 2 &

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Effective biosecurity begins long before the border

Australian scientists are encouraged to use their skills for the benefit of partner

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

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

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Research Report: Harvest Weed Seed Mills

The Report includes a round up of commercially-available batching plants as well as farmer-made approaches.

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Research Report: Agritechnica 2023

Kondinin Group’s Mark Saunders, Ben White and Josh Giumelli went to Agritechnica, Germany. This report covers the key award winners from the event and some of the latest autonomous platforms displayed.

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Research Report: Fronting Up

This Research Report looks at harvester fronts including research and expertise from Kondinin Group’s Ben White, with input from harvesting specialists Brett Asphar, Kassie Van Der Westhuizen, Murray Skayman and Martin Reichelt.

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Research Report: Liquid Applications At Seeding

Kondinin Group’s Mark Saunders, Josh Giumelli and Ben White have rounded up liquid application Case Studies for this Research Report including tips and tricks from experiencd producers.