One in four products seized in blitz contain ASF fragments The importance of strict biosecurity laws was backed up during a quarantine blitz that found disturbing evidence of animal and plant pests. Test
Weaner steers hit 602c, average 497 at Charters Towers There was a yarding of 1446 at Charters Towers on Wednesday. Test
Brangus weaner steers make 598c/$1323 at Emerald Demand from both restockers and processors drove good competition in the gallery at Emerald. Test
Australia now world's second biggest sugar exporter Australia has emerged as the world's second biggest raw sugar exporter. Test
Maxi Races gets back on track this weekend The Maxi Races committee are excited to be returning to the track this weekend, following a two-year standstill. Test
Docs may leave the bush in droves due to climate-change driven heat The trend would "almost certainly" extend to other in-demand professions such as nurses, teachers and first responders. Test
Workshops bridging science communication gap The NACP is a partnership between the University of Southern Queensland, Queensland Government and Meat and Livestock Australia Donor Company. Test
Australia now world's second biggest sugar exporter Australia has emerged as the world's second biggest raw sugar exporter. Test
Maxi Races gets back on track this weekend The Maxi Races committee are excited to be returning to the track this weekend, following a two-year standstill. Test
Brangus weaner steers make 598c/$1323 at Emerald Demand from both restockers and processors drove good competition in the gallery at Emerald. Test
Docs may leave the bush in droves due to climate-change driven heat The trend would "almost certainly" extend to other in-demand professions such as nurses, teachers and first responders. Test
Weaner steers hit 602c, average 497 at Charters Towers There was a yarding of 1446 at Charters Towers on Wednesday. Test
Workshops bridging science communication gap The NACP is a partnership between the University of Southern Queensland, Queensland Government and Meat and Livestock Australia Donor Company. Test
Not so bright sparks behind power outage Vandals throwing objects at power lines have been warned that they are risking their own lives, following an incident at Lockhart River. Test
ACC's British breed appetite Not too many businesses have handled the global pandemic that still has its grip upon the world like the red meat industry, according to Australian Country Choice CEO Anthony Lee. Test
Tambo traders take out inaugural Barcoo Beef challenge Josh and Denae Phelps, a Tambo couple who are well-known buyers in the saleyards at Blackall, have taken out the inaugural Barcoo Beef Challenge feedlot competition. Test
Fodder demand down as NSW grass grows The heavy March rain in NSW, and the knowledge there will be autumn feed in many regions, put a sudden stop to the bulk of fodder sales. Test
One in four products seized in blitz contain ASF fragments The importance of strict biosecurity laws was backed up during a quarantine blitz that found disturbing evidence of animal and plant pests. Test
Cattle slaughter rates tipped to be lowest for more than 20 years Australia is heading for its lowest cattle slaughter rates for more than two decades. Test
China trade tactics didn't hurt Australia as anticipated China's aggressive trade tariffs have cost the Australian economy millions of dollars, but the damage isn't anywhere nearly as bad as originally anticipated. Test
New chief at VFF eyes closer links with consumers The new chief executive at the Victorian Farmers Federation is looking to bring the general public closer to its food production systems. Test
Farm lobby group joins fight against food postal ban A farm lobby group has joined the fight to have Australia Post reverse its decision to stop sending farm produce through its network. Test
Calabria family buys iconic McWilliam's Wines brands and winery The Riverina-based Calabria family and a Sydney-based investment company have each bought a stake in the iconic McWilliam's Wines. Test
Dalby district properties Glenmore and Warrina sold The Dalby district properties Glenmore and Warrina have both sold at an Elders auction. Test
Pokalong offers country style Roma property Pokalong will be auctioned by Elders in Roma on May 12. Test
Sandalwood heads to auction Sandalwood will be auctioned by Nutrien Harcourts in Townsville on May 27. Test
MacKenzie River's Berrigurra auction on May 19 The MacKenzie River property Berrigurra will be auctioned by Elders in Rockhampton on May 19. Test
Western NSW pastoral land worth $30m changes hands More than $30 million worth of rural property has changed hands in western NSW over the past three months. Test
The EX Series: A tractor with EXtra grunt Whether you're running a large commercial operation or a hobby farmer on a couple of acres, the one thing every property needs is a good, reliable tractor. Test
Growers look to maximise fertiliser investment Fertiliser demand is high and supply is tight this year so growers nationwide are looking to lock in their requirements, and squeeze every bit of value from the investment. Test
Helping farmers manage risks and rewards Managing risks and rewards through a diversity of seasons is important for growers, especially those with unreliable rainfall. Test
Why this farming model could help future-proof Australia's farms The co-operative farming model has proved itself to be the most resilient in the tough times that agriculture has faced, and farms across the country are reaping the benefits. Test
Maximising herd health with Mylo in south west Victoria "Additional pressure" on the calf rearing system prompted this Purnim dairy farmer to investigate supplementing his calves' milk. Test
Discovering the beauty of Regional NSW When was the last time you went exploring in our backyard? More specifically, when was the last time you visited Regional NSW? Test
An elite selection of females A genetically rich, 71 lot draft has been selected for the annual Rocky All Stars Elite Brahman Female Sale taking place at Gracemere on March 20. Test
Charolais: Adaptable and reliable Since founding the Glenlea Beef herd in Tasmania in 1973, the Binny family have had success with Charolais in stud and commercial capacities across a diverse range of country. Test
Telstra boosts coverage for rural Australia Telstra's specialised technicians will provide customers in regional locations with localised support as part of the company's regional advisor network initiative. Test
Stock control made easy with Farmdeck management system Livestock producers can leverage the 'Internet of Things' (IoT) for stock management. Test
See the device that softens hard water and improves overall yields Farmers, producers, growers, miners and domestic users have found there's more to the magic elixir of water than first thought, courtesy of Hydrosmart. Test
The bet that drove countless postholes A bet between two farmers has paid dividends for Munro Engineers and farmers. Test
Model aims to combat flush and bust If you talk to most farmers, they will tell you there is one word that strikes fear into them more than any other - and that is drought. Test
This oil is gold for Aussie producers GREAT people manufacturing locally in Australia and developing proven products - that's how some of the biggest names in agriculture regard FUCHS Lubricants. Test
When it comes to productivity, stockyard design matters Ian Crafter, founder of Atlex Stockyards and its senior designer, may well have the key to a better bottom line for livestock producers. Test
Simple designs, packed with features Simplicity Australia is home to the most comprehensive and innovative range of air seeders and cultivators in Australia. Test
Gladstone avoids lockdown, tracing underway The infected man is believed to be from Gladstone and returned home to visit family over the weekend. Test
Queensland records one 'unknown' new case From noon today aged care facilities, hospitals, and prisons in Brisbane City and Morton Bay region will be closed to visitors. Test
Covid vaccine rollout to begin in Central QLD The Capricornia COVID vaccine rollout is expected to begin from Monday 22 March. Test
First COVID-19 vaccinations administered to Mount Isa health care workers Mount Isa health care workers have received their first jab of the AstraZeneca vaccine on Tuesday, commencing the roll out in north west Queensland. Test
'Common sense' vaccine plan will include remote: Rural Doctors As one of the country's more remote shires is asking to go to the top of the COVID-19 vaccination list in order to remain economically viable, the Rural Doctors Association of Australia is assuring remote residents they will not be left behind. Test
Half of first wave vaccines to be regional and rural aged care The rollout will kick off next week and the most vulnerable citizens in the regions will be first in line. Test
How the govt is planning the rollout vaccine in regional Australia "It could be quite a variable rollout depending on where you are," the Regional Health Minister said. Test
Boarding school parents tired of borders closing 'at the drop of a hat' "This is not people travelling from Sydney to Brisbane, it's people who live 15km from their mailbox and 120km from town." Test
$10,000 awarded to Cloncurry's poetry prize winner More than two hundred entries were made for the new competition, Mr Campbell's impressed judges the most for it's capturing of the Outback's essence. Test
Banana farms had "no time to prepare" for TC Niran Bartle Frere Banana growers Bernie and son Gavin Daveney are questioning why it took too long to declare Cylone Niran a natural disaster. Test
FNQ Banana farms hit with cyclonic winds Banana growers on the Cassowary Coast have reported 100 per cent losses since Monday's deadly storm. Test
Home tutors may be AGILE but they need support: survey call A national survey aimed at improving the lot of home tutors is about to close and is seeking urgent responses. Test
All Souls celebrates centenary | Photos The All Souls St Gabriels school community celebrated 100 years since the founding of St Gabriel's school at Charters Towers. Test
Fodder demand down as NSW grass grows The heavy March rain in NSW, and the knowledge there will be autumn feed in many regions, put a sudden stop to the bulk of fodder sales. Test
Liquids help with flexibility on YP An agronomist has said liquid fertilisers can help farmers with flexibility and provide a sugar hit of upfront nitrogen to crops. Test
Giving emerging crop a liquid lunch One recent convert to liquid fertilisers says the liquids can help with flexibility and efficiency during the busy sowing period. Test
One in four products seized in blitz contain ASF fragments The importance of strict biosecurity laws was backed up during a quarantine blitz that found disturbing evidence of animal and plant pests. Test
Secure mixing system reduces risk Farmers are demonstrating how their chemical mixing systems reduce the risk of herbicide contamination. WITH VIDEOS Test
Same old story as HiLux utes dominate market in March The enduring love affair between Australian new vehicle buyers and the HiLux ute continued in March. Test
How humans lost to AI on China's strawberry battlefield Artificial intelligence (AI) has beaten humans in a strawberry growing competition in China. Test
Bidding for rare Aussie Titan D tractor hits $93,000 The online auction in the United States of a rare farm tractor from Australia that is due to end on April 24 has already hit $93,000. Test
An electric ute may soon be coming to a farm near you Affordable and powerful electric utes are now in the production pipelines of many of the world's leading car manufacturers. Test
McColley excited to head Case IH's Advanced Farming Systems Former Moree farm boy, Sean McColley, is Case IH's new product manager for Advanced Farming Systems (AFS) in Australia and New Zealand. Test
Kubota unveils four new 'goodies' in autumn catalogue Leading Japanese manufacturer has unveiled four new products in its autumn catalogue. Test
Cheaper electric cars and household power in Labor plan Federal Labor has unveiled a plan for cheaper electric vehicles and household power which it will take to the next election. Test
Back local farm machinery companies if you want a winner Australian farmers have been among the country's greatest innovators and are still making breakthroughs today. Test
War against rabbits will never end Australian scientists are hard at work in their laboratories cooking up a pandemic of their own, against rabbits. Test
Fast fashion is fast losing favour and wool wants to be eco-winner Few people follow consumer trends more closely than the fashion industry. Test
Drones tipped to be the sheep dogs of the future We're not sure what your dog is going to say about it but researchers believe drones might be better at their job. Test
Middle East powerhouse to accept live exports of Aussie sheep The new pathway gives Aussie farmers access to the Middle Eastern powerhouse, which imports more than eight million livestock animals annually. Test
COMMENTQDO farewells executive assistant Kerrie Ventnor QDO's long-standing executive assistant has retired. Test
Dairy processors optimistic about season ahead Major Australian dairy processors are looking forward to the coming season with optimism, having come out the COVID-19 pandemic in a good position, an Australian Dairy Conference webinar in March heard. Test
COMMENTEfficiencies gained with irrigation program Queensland Dairyfarmers' Organisation has been delivering the Farm Water Futures Program with funding from the Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy. Test
Code, contracts and COVID confound dairy pricing The dairy industry code of conduct, new contract arrangements for the majority of farmers and the COVID-19 pandemic have fundamentally altered the way dairy farmgate prices are set in Australia. Test
COMMENTQDO farewells Sarah Ferguson Marketing and communications manager Sarah Ferguson will leave QDO on March 28. Test
List of products caught up in potential EU protectionist measures grows COMMENT: Halloumi cheese naming rights now caught-up in EU protectionist demands. Test
COMMENTQDO farewells executive assistant Kerrie Ventnor QDO's long-standing executive assistant has retired. Test
COMMENTNew campaign encourages Australians to gap year in their own backyard The Gap Year campaign aims not only establish horticulture as gap year option but a rewarding career path. Test