Fight against fall armyworm intensifies A biopesticide which contains a naturally occurring caterpillar virus will be imported to Queensland in a bid to tackle the invasive agricultural pest fall armyworm. Test
Charolais cross weaner steers make 558c/$977 at Gracemere There was a large panel of buyers at Gracemere on Wednesday. Test
Qld mining camps considered for COVID quarantine International arrivals in Queensland could be sent to the regions for COVID quarantine to get them out of the CBD. Test
Murder charge for Ingham man A MAN has been charged with murder following the stabbing death of 20-year-old Ingham man Josh Hyde on Sunday night. Test
Charolais cross weaner steers make 558c/$977 at Gracemere There was a large panel of buyers at Gracemere on Wednesday. Test
Safety focus as wet season revs up With recent heavy rain impacting various parts of Queensland and stranding travellers, messages are coming out from various levels of government about the need to be aware of conditions and make preparations. Test
"Make Charters Towers great again" ACTING Prime Minister Michael McCormack has pledged to 'make Charters Towers great again' during a fly-in visit to the North. Test
Cairns COVID case confirmed The mystery behind Cairns' COVID positive sewage tests has been solved with a traveller who returned from the Congo last year since testing positive to the virus. Test
Fisheries reform consultation seen as 'tick and flick' Another Queensland government reform agenda put out for comment over a holiday break is raising concerns with the primary producers involved. Test
Safety focus as wet season revs up With recent heavy rain impacting various parts of Queensland and stranding travellers, messages are coming out from various levels of government about the need to be aware of conditions and make preparations. Test
"Make Charters Towers great again" ACTING Prime Minister Michael McCormack has pledged to 'make Charters Towers great again' during a fly-in visit to the North. Test
Murder charge for Ingham man A MAN has been charged with murder following the stabbing death of 20-year-old Ingham man Josh Hyde on Sunday night. Test
Cairns COVID case confirmed The mystery behind Cairns' COVID positive sewage tests has been solved with a traveller who returned from the Congo last year since testing positive to the virus. Test
Qld mining camps considered for COVID quarantine International arrivals in Queensland could be sent to the regions for COVID quarantine to get them out of the CBD. Test
Fisheries reform consultation seen as 'tick and flick' Another Queensland government reform agenda put out for comment over a holiday break is raising concerns with the primary producers involved. Test
Big wet continues to lash the northern coast Torrential rain is continuing to lash North Queensland, causing flash-flooding and cutting roads. Test
Walkerston underpass in 'too hard' basket A December meeting held to hear ongoing traffic safety concerns from Mackay district cane growers for the planned Walkerston Bypass was told that changing plans to incorporate an underpass was "too hard". Test
The talk in the wash-up of southern weaner sales Light cattle scramble, online bidding, thinking outside the square Test
It's urgent we act on declining water storage, scientists warn Global land in extreme drought to double by end of century Test
Weilin's modest debt repayment offer banked by cotton creditors Creditors left out of pocket after the crash of failed Chinese-owned cotton marketer Weilin Trade have been paid 20 cents for every dollar they were owed. Test
Agribusiness buzz in brief What are some of the movers and shakers in food and agribusiness up to? Here's a snapshot. Test
Local firm takes over Elanco lice, flystrike lines Troy Animal Healthcare has acquired popular Australian and New Zealand sheep parasite control products Avenge+Fly, Zapp, Encore and Maggo. Test
Saputo says Cheer(s) to re-named Coon cheese Long established national cheddar cheese brand Coon will fade out by mid year, rebadged as Cheer. Test
More evidence city folk want to move to country A national survey of residents in five Australian cities has confirmed a desire to escape to the country. Test
Escape to COVID 'safe havens' drives regional property boom A COVID-19 induced boom in regional property prices shows no signs of slowing. Test
Families team up to be a buying force Mt Lorretta, measured 5012 hectares with 3121ha being croppable Test
Strong cattle prices, cheap money spur property sales Land values escalate to never seen before levels during 2020. Test
How much Aussie farmland is foreign owned? China still the largest foreign investor in Australian farmland Test
Rural and remote communities need to manage COVID-19 risk While rural and remote communities across Queensland have seen very low numbers of COVID-19, it is important to prioritise their physical and mental health. Test
We may have a blind spot when it comes to the way we think about skin cancer The recent release of a new report into non-melanoma skin cancer rates in Australia serves as a reminder to farmers and other outdoor workers about the potential dangers of sun exposure. Test
Multimin Evolution meets the trace mineral demands of modern cattle Virbac Australia has launched Multimin Evolution Injection for Cattle, one of the world's most proven and trusted multi-trace mineral formulations for cattle. Test
New wheat options set to boost profits for northern growers AGT has released four new wheat varieties that are tailored to suit the distinctive growing conditions of New South Wales and Queensland. Test
Future outlook: Australian ag leaders share insights on the challenges and opportunities ahead The global pandemic will impact the agri sector for at least the next decade, water and labour shortages continue to worry farmers and the global population just continues to rise - so what is there to feel so optimistic about in Australasian agriculture? Test
In a year of disruption it's time to pay tribute to the vital role of agriculture As we celebrate National Agriculture Day and all the good that Aussie farmers do, this is also an opportune time to underline the importance and vital role that the industry plays in the life of our country. Test
Landcare youth are taking action today to care for the future of their environment for all generations A new generation of youth Landcare leaders are taking action in local communities and want to support other young people to get involved by sharing their ideas and experience at the Landcare Youth Summit. Test
Aussie cricket great calls on fellow farmers to get skin checked regularly Aussie cricket great Peter Taylor calls on fellow farmers to get skin checked regularly. 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
Recent Brisbane visitors subject to snap lockdown Regional Queenslanders who have been in the greater Brisbane region on or since January 2 are required to observe the same lockdown procedures as those in the capital. Test
Third crew member tests positive on Darwin cattle export ship A third crew member has tested positive. Test
COVID case aboard live cattle export ship in Darwin A man tested positive when his ship docked in Darwin, while his crewmates have been whisked into a quarantine facility. Test
Boarders overcome border barrier bungles Nowhere was the inequity that rural and remote residents deal with expressed more clearly this year than in the education field. Test
Pandemic agenda caused plenty of fireworks One of the strangest pronouncements to come from the Queensland government as coronavirus lockdown restrictions came into force at the end of March was the direction for legitimate firearm dealers to close immediately, without any explanation. Test
How saleyards adapted to coronavirus restrictions in 2020 Queensland livestock agents were more than satisfied with the federal government's tighter social distancing protocols in saleyards in order to allow the industry to continue operating in 2020. Test
Border closure brought out good, bad and ugly Workforce deployments, educational arrangements and a burgeoning tourism and events economy were all thrown into disarray on March 25 when Queensland closed its borders for the first time in more than 100 years. Test
2020: Masks, panic buying, isolation "Social isolation" - it became the phrase that defines 2020. Test
Moonstone Mustangs gallop to Alpha cricket win The annual ICPA cricket day hit COVID for a six at Alpha on Saturday. Test
Burketown fires up new truck Equipment that is rare in regular fire brigade trucks is now at the fingertips of the volunteer firies manning the Burketown Rural Fire Brigade, funded totally by public donations. Test
Charters Towers schools class of 2020 | Photos After a tumultuous final year of schooling, the class of 2020 has kicked up their heels in Charters Towers to celebrate the completion of 13 years of schooling. Test
Photos from the Wilangi Invitation Sale in Charters Towers Look who caught the camera's lens at Friday's Wilangi Invitation Sale in Charters Towers. Test
A golden day of selling in the Towers A blazing hot day didn't deter bidders from turning out in droves for the Gold City Brahman Sale held at the Dalrymple Saleyards, Charters Towers, on Friday, November 6. Test
Summer showers spark late planting spree With the planting window about to close for summer crops on the Darling Downs, some growers are willing to take a punt on delayed rainfall and plant grain/fodder crops. Test
It's urgent we act on declining water storage, scientists warn Global land in extreme drought to double by end of century Test
COMMENTAgricultural policy changes spark action from Indian farming unions Agricultural reforms are needed in India, but unions there say government consultation is lacking. Test
Fast, whopper grain harvest defies weather and labour shortages Rain in Victoria has slowed the final weeks of an otherwise high-speed, bin-busting winter crop harvest in Australia. Test
Sell now, or wait for higher prices? Those who are still holding wheat unsold are now asking whether they should sell now, or hold on for higher prices later in the year. Test
Military collection honours war heritage When other children living miles from Blackall down black soil roads were rejoicing that flooded creeks meant they couldn't attend school, Nigel MacDonald's kids had no such excuse. Test
Takata airbag recall hailed a big success More than 12 million Australian motorists have checked to see if their vehicles were installed with faulty Takata airbags. Test
Vic vegetable growers beam up bird problem with laser unit A laser beam unit has proven a successful deterrent to birds on a Victorian horticultural farm. Test
Big baler, concept tractor take international design awards New Holland's BigBaler 1290 and the Steyr Konzept tractor have won a major international design awards. Test
Tractor sales soared by 24pc in bumper 2020 sales result Last year saw sales of new tractors soar back up to levels not seen since the 1980s. Test
New deal to roll out hydrogen refuelling points in Australia Companies join forces to speed up the introduction of hydrogen-fuelled vehicles in Australia. Test
Indian tyre giant comes to grips with keeping ATVs on all fours Off-road tyre giant BKT is set to launch a new tyre which it says provides better grip for ATVs on all terrains. Test
Sales hike in quad and side-by-sides in 2020 Sales of quad bikes and side-by-sides, popular means of transport on Australian farms, continued to soar in 2020. Test
Solo women's shearing world record broken by New Zealand local New Zealand's Megan Whitehead writes her name in the history book as she shears 661 strong wool lambs in nine hours. Test
Lamb starts hot but will offload simmer prices? Good times continue for lamb producers as prices for the new year start strongly. Test
Wool tries to keep pace with fitness fans The Australian wool industry has claimed success at trying to keep pace with fitness tracking fans. Test
Effluent upgrades a winner in this round of RWUE The rural water use efficiency program helps farmers improve water, energy and nutrient management practices. Test
What is in store for Queensland dairy in 2021? QDO is set to start talks with processors who are interested in using the Fair Go Dairy Logo. Test
Drought, delays and disruptions for dairy in 2020 The Queensland dairy industry has managed to hold steady despite the challenges of 2020. Test
New DA board appointment boosts northern dairying regions Paul Roderick's appointment to the Dairy Australia board is good news for Queensland. Test
Push for fairer trading laws gains momentum Farmers say ACCC has validated their power imbalance concerns Test
Pain relief is delivering an animal welfare revolution | Opinion The Australian livestock sector is undergoing an on-farm animal welfare revolution, thanks to pain relief. Test
Farmer calls out leaders who are undermining the integrity of free speech Comment: If free speech is a right, then there is responsibility to exercise this right with integrity. Test
CWA president urges all to keep an eye on people living in regional and isolated areas during COVID More domestic and family violence has resulted from COVID-19 impacts, prompting calls for action. Test