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GIWA's April Crop Report forecast
CROPPING

Mixed start to WA seeding

Latest GIWA crop forecast says WA’s area planted to crop could exceed nine million hectares.

14 April 2025

Mecardo said anything that reduces demand – be it cost, or trade barriers – will be reflected by diminishing commodity prices.
CROPPING

On again, off again: Trump tugs the reins on tariff policy

Trade dispute and global production- what it means for grain.

14 April 2025

Certain weeds can pose a risk to livestock.
SHEEP

Producers urged to stay ahead of weed toxicity

Vet warns weed toxicity posed a risk across both wet and dry areas, for different reasons.

14 April 2025

The recent MLA Sheep Projections report has forecast national lamb slaughter to remain at high levels, reaching 26.2m head in 2025.
SHEEP

Flock size to dip, but production remains steady

MLA says the future is bright for Australian sheep production.

14 April 2025

Affordability and connectivity are barriers to the adoption of autonomous machinery, a new survey has revealed.
MACHINERY

Survey shows affordability is a major barrier to adopting autonomous machinery

A nationwide survey has highlighted key barriers to the adoption of fully autonomous machinery.

11 April 2025

Associate Professor Kirsty Bayliss, Murdoch University, Dr Uys Lourens, GRDC, and Professor Daniel Murphy, Murdoch University who are working on projects including the use of cold plasma as a seed and plant treatment.
CROPPING

Smart sprays and cold plasma could help optimise crop productivity

Murdoch University projects look at the use of cold plasma as a seed and plant treatment.

11 April 2025

CSIRO and the GRDC have developed a Crop Flowering Calculator that can be used for grains including canola.
CROPPING

Calculator set to boost flowering period insight

CSIRO and GRDC create a Crop Flowering Calculator.

11 April 2025

The Nationals has announced plans for a $20bn regional fund, with fixing rural roads listed among the fund's priorities.
AGRIBUSINESS

The coalition pledges $20bn fund for regional Australia

The Nationals party has promised to create a $20bn fund for regional Australia if elected.

11 April 2025

Australian beef exports remain high, but what's on the horizon?
CATTLE

Australian beef exports remain high despite US tariffs

Bendigo Bank predicts an "intriguing month ahead" for Aussie beef, as tariffs kick in.

09 April 2025

South-western Victoria and South Australia are facing a lack of ground water.
WEATHER

South-eastern areas still moisture stressed

Soil moisture ranking: March, 2025.

09 April 2025

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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: 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.

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Research Report: Large Square Baler Testing (March 2025)

This month Kondinin Group has capacity tested four high-density, large square balers in what is believed to be a first for Australia. Balers from Krone, Kuhn, Massey Ferguson and New Holland were put through their paces, working in windrowed straw.

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Research Report: Rural Communications (February 2025)

With the departure of 3G technology and the emergence of 5G and satellite options, there are significant changes on the connectivity horizon. This month Kondinin Group engineers Ben White and Josh Giumelli investigate what is the best way to stay connected in regional and remote areas.

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Research Report: Chaser Bins (January 2025)

Chaser bins play a vital role when it comes to on-farm grain logistics. The January Research Report features a comprehensive round up of the latest chaser bins of 30 tonnes-plus capacity.