Working

ON-FARM

New working on farm guide for backpackers

What to expect, what to be aware of, and who to contact if there is a problem

07 August 2017

LIVESTOCK GENERAL

Working cattle with dogs, without the stress

MANY livestock producers shy away from using dogs when mustering cattle, finding the combination of infrequently

18 January 2016

ARCHIVE

Precautions for working alone

Farmers often work alone, whether it is out doing maintenance work on piping, tending to fencing out

21 September 2015

ARCHIVE

Future water plans under scrutiny

AGRICULTURE Minister Barnaby Joyce has used a roundtable conference to release the government's future

31 October 2014

CROPPING

Water infrastructure discussions announced

MANY of the issues around dams and water infrastructure will be put on the Australian government's agenda

15 October 2014

ARCHIVE

What's good for athletes is good for dogs

AT FIRST it seems crazy that a working dog can benefit from human athlete dietary patterns but research

28 October 2013

ARCHIVE

Keep working dogs in top condition on-farm

MANY places across the country are already experiencing warm temperatures and man's best friend is not

18 October 2013

ARCHIVE

Dogs conference to focus on improving welfare

KNOWN as man's best friend, dogs help out in all different forms, from farm dogs to guide dogs to greyhounds.

02 October 2013

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

CW Imports continues to expand its reach across Australia

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Utrisha N: The new biostimulant boosting broadacre yield potential

Extensive trials conducted across Australia show boosted yields in a wide range of

PARTNER CONTENT

Maximise your nitrogen use efficiency

Losing nitrogen to the environment can be costly.

PARTNER CONTENT

Safety first for the year ahead

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

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: 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.