Jan 22, 2018
WAFarmers stern "no" to suggested sale of Muchea saleyards
The WAFarmers Livestock Council will not support the State Government’s suggestion to sell the Muchea saleyards to fund replacement saleyards for Boyanup, citing increases in selling costs for producers as a major concern.The comments…
Jan 22, 2018
GrainCorp report - Harvest over, export demand out of Geelong and Portland
State Since last update (mt) Total (mt)Queensland 250 557,250New South Wales 3,500 2,078,500Victoria 2,000…
Jan 22, 2018
When to reign in the Cheque book in those "clanger" seasons
Western Australian growers are reminded there are strategies to help in dealing with a ‘clanger’ year, in the wake of the dry and difficult season experienced in many parts of the state’s northern and central grainbelt in 2017.Rob…
Jan 22, 2018
Ten tips for success when sowing Canola early
Sowing canola early in most southern and eastern Australian cropping regions can increase productivity and profitability by following 10 key tactical guidelines.The guidelines – relating to location, variety selection, soil moisture…
Jan 22, 2018
Chinese Cattle export to open more doors
THE 2018 livestock export calendar year has kicked off on a positive note, with the first consigment of slaughter cattle from northern Australia exported to China. The shipment of 1600 crossbred cattle was prepared by the North Australian…
Jan 22, 2018
Video - Watch the future of picking fruit
In February 2017 Abundant Robotics CEO Dan Steere told a trade show audience that his company is preparing a prototype of its vacuum powered robotic apple picker for commercial sale. He said he expects to have an automated harvester…
Jan 22, 2018
Vic Women in Ag finalists announced
Three Victorian women have been recognised for their contributions to regional Victoria, being announced as the 2018 Victorian AgriFutures™ Rural Women's Award finalists.The award celebrates outstanding leadership and innovation throughout…
Jan 22, 2018
Michaels Group, kings of JCB
JCB Construction Equipment Australia (CEA) sold its 10,000th JCB machine in Australia last month through its dealer the Michaels Group.JCB CEA has been selling JCB agricultural and construction equipment for almost 20 years. There…
Jan 22, 2018
$8 million for Northern Australia to better manage climate risk
Graziers across Northern Australia will benefit from an $8 million partnership between the Palaszczuk Government, Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) and the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) to better manage drought and climate…
Jan 22, 2018
Warakirri buys NSW Cropping parcel of Glencore Agriculture
It has been reported that Glencore Agriculture has sold 12,500 hectares in the South West Slope area of NSW to the Warakirri Cropping armThe price tag is said to be $40 million for the parcel. More to come
Jan 22, 2018
Video - Watch the eShepherd automated grazing controller
Watch the latest video on the eShepherd automated grazing controller showing the system in action! https://youtu.be/cA1Lh5fH718https://agersens.com/eshepherd/
Jan 21, 2018
Are you focused on the basics or the peripherals of profit?
By Al Rayner - Rayner AgIn the last few weeks I’ve read several articles and discussions focused on beef production. Specifically I’ve been looking for ideas or thoughts that I can bring into practice with my clients this year. After…
Jan 21, 2018
JBS finds buyer for Five Rivers Cattle Feeding Feedlot
JBS announced that its subsidiary, JBS USA Food Co., has entered into an agreement to sell the totality of Five Rivers Cattle Feeding's feedlot operations in the U.S. to affiliates of Pinnacle Asset Management LP for approximately…
Jan 21, 2018
International Dairy Week kicks off
IDW is a week of events designed to showcase the Australian dairy industry. You may choose to visit the extensive range of commercial exhibit displays, listen to a range of Australian and International speakers talking about the latest…
Jan 21, 2018
This weeks what's hot report for Farm Tender
This week's what's hot report for Farm Tender https://youtu.be/sL33xY_C1i0
Jan 20, 2018
Society One - A different form of Agri-lending
Australian farmers are no strangers to technological revolution.From the impact of the railways which helped open up the modern wheat belt west of the Great Dividing Range in the 1870s to the development of steam-powered and then…
Jan 20, 2018
Autonomy start to turn Farmers' heads
Far from the big smoke where autonomous cars are grabbing attention, driverless tractors are also starting to turn farmers’ heads.About a decade since major miners began deploying autonomous technology, a futuristic red prototype…
Jan 20, 2018
Smashed Avocado's back on the menu soon
Avocados Australia has moved to reassure the public that supplies are on the way back up, after low numbers over the past month.There have been reports of cafes taking avocados off the menu, and retailers selling the fruit for over…
Jan 19, 2018
King Island abattoir approved
Development of a beef abattoir on King Island has received council approval.Evans Agribusiness Trading group submitted a plan for an export abattoir and associated infrastructure at Grassy Road, Lymwood.King Island Council acting…
Jan 19, 2018
Get all the answers at the Birchip Cropping Group trials review day
Growers have the perfect opportunity to discuss all things mice populations and climate outlook with two industry experts joining the BCG Trials Review Day lineup to be held on the 16 February at the Birchip Leisure Centre.Mice could…
