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NFF celebrates International Women's Day with Diversity in Ag program

NFF celebrates International Women's Day with Diversity in Ag program

Applications are now open for the NFF's Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program.
Thursday, March 7, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (394)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Vegetative sinks on farmland can't be used as a free pass for polluters: NFF

Vegetative sinks on farmland can't be used as a free pass for polluters: NFF

Tony Maher, David Jochinke at the Wilmot field day on net zero and agriculture.
Thursday, March 7, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (500)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Queensland dairy farmers wary as Woolworths pulls Norco milk from stores

Queensland dairy farmers wary as Woolworths pulls Norco milk from stores

Dairy farmers concerned Woolworths did not consult farmers.
Thursday, March 7, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (601)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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'Tilted playing field' for farmers against supermarkets

'Tilted playing field' for farmers against supermarkets

The major supermarkets have offered "rock bottom" prices for purchasing produce due to their influence, farmers have told a parliamentary hearing.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (462)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Vietnam deal revamp to deliver more workers to Australian agriculture

Vietnam deal revamp to deliver more workers to Australian agriculture

Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Vietnam boosts ag, among other sectors.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (286)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Five months after panel report no end in sight for live sheep

Five months after panel report no end in sight for live sheep

The live sheep by sea export industry remains in limbo as new markets open and government decides its fate.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (655)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Well located, low maintenance backgrounding country on the market

Well located, low maintenance backgrounding country on the market

Western Queensland property Westward Ho is 10,579 hectares of low maintenance backgrounding or fattening country.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (180)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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SAFEMEAT says sheep eID standards need more work before sign off

SAFEMEAT says sheep eID standards need more work before sign off

A process has begun to finalise the standards that will underpin the shift to mandatory eID.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (830)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Dairy processors asked to explain why the dairy code needs to be reviewed

Dairy processors asked to explain why the dairy code needs to be reviewed

Australian Dairy Farmers says the Dairy Code of Conduct works.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (348)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Live cattle numbers to Indo tipped to grow; Wet may delay NT musters

Live cattle numbers to Indo tipped to grow; Wet may delay NT musters

Overall live-ex numbers this financial year expected to be up 20pc.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (492)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Biosecurity safeguards or just plain old revenue raising?

Biosecurity safeguards or just plain old revenue raising?

These should no more be based on user pays principles than funding the army or the navy.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (551)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Farm on the outskirts of Kimba available for around $500 per acre

Farm on the outskirts of Kimba available for around $500 per acre

Half way across the nation, Kimba mixed farm up for sale in SA.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (872)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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A passage to India: wool industry's bold moves

A passage to India: wool industry's bold moves

From shearer training to processing upgrades, a number of ideas are on the table.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (932)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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From shearing sheep to milking 700 cows in just six years

From shearing sheep to milking 700 cows in just six years

Sherrie and Reagan Hamilton's journey to farm ownership.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (302)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Ag partners and new technology sought for big biosecurity campaign

Ag partners and new technology sought for big biosecurity campaign

CSIRO is to spearhead a major offensive to enhance Australian biosecurity defences.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (360)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Peak groups discuss how to fix gaps in agriculture workforce statistics

Peak groups discuss how to fix gaps in agriculture workforce statistics

Agriculture workforce data is riddled with too many gaps and inconsistencies to help solve the industry's crippling worker shortage.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (866)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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VFF split deepens as grains group explores levy options

VFF split deepens as grains group explores levy options

Voluntary levies would be used to set up the new fund.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (460)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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AgSmart Connect 2024 delivers qualitative research to agricultural industry

AgSmart Connect 2024 delivers qualitative research to agricultural industry

Education and innovation are at the forefront with AgSmart Connect.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (298)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Numbers crunched on a cattle swap through the market plummet and rise

Numbers crunched on a cattle swap through the market plummet and rise

A swap is a financial derivative where producers are able to lock in a future price for cattle.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (217)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Why the cattle processing bottlenecks from lack of labour did not eventuate

Why the cattle processing bottlenecks from lack of labour did not eventuate

Forecasts are for slaughter volumes to keep rising from here.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (777)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Australia hopeful Donald wont Trump deals

Australia hopeful Donald wont Trump deals

Donald Trump killed the Trans-Pacific Partnership when last in office, the government hopes current deals will remain intact if he returns.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (376)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Big wheat value drop headlines mask solid outlook

Big wheat value drop headlines mask solid outlook

The headlines look bad but its not all doom and gloom for wheat.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (282)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Pair of Port Wakefield mixed farms on the market for $4.85 million

Pair of Port Wakefield mixed farms on the market for $4.85 million

Suggested price of around $3300/ac for Port Wakefield farms.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (488)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Farmer plan to do a Teal and target vulnerable Labor seats

Farmer plan to do a Teal and target vulnerable Labor seats

Farm group "done throwing sticks and stones at an army with rifles", wants to hit Labor at the ballot box.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (778)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Record 2023 slaughter data cause MLA flock projections rejig

Record 2023 slaughter data cause MLA flock projections rejig

Higher than anticipated lamb slaughter has resulted in an upwards revision of 2024 slaughter predictions.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (473)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Robotic dairy in the south-east offers secure pivot irrigation

Robotic dairy in the south-east offers secure pivot irrigation

Water security and high rainfall for robotic dairy near Mount Gambier.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (243)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Bellendaine a rural retreat with a country lifestyle | Video

Bellendaine a rural retreat with a country lifestyle | Video

Bellendaine is a 32 hectare freehold property with an attached 1.32ha leasehold block.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (166)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Western Downs grazing, crop property makes $2099/acre at auction

Western Downs grazing, crop property makes $2099/acre at auction

A well developed exclusion fenced 2140 hectare Western Downs property has sold for $2099/acre.
Monday, March 4, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (175)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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SE Asian nations to monitor farm emissions, but offer ag "huge opportunity"

SE Asian nations to monitor farm emissions, but offer ag "huge opportunity"

Agriculture Minister believes farmers must hit emissions demands to continue to trade into a growing ASEAN bloc presenting "huge opportunities" for almost every Australian farmer.
Monday, March 4, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (129)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Tractor damaged on south-west Victorian dairy farm, water turned on

Tractor damaged on south-west Victorian dairy farm, water turned on

Police are requesting public information after offending.
Monday, March 4, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1176)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Wool prices will go up as global incomes rise, ABARES tips

Wool prices will go up as global incomes rise, ABARES tips

Rising global incomes will increase spending on wool products, driving up prices.
Monday, March 4, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (452)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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ABARES forecasts 6 per cent fall in farmgate milk price for 2024-25

ABARES forecasts 6 per cent fall in farmgate milk price for 2024-25

ABARES is forecasting a 1pc fall in milk production for 2024-25.
Monday, March 4, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1309)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Saleyard cattle price to lift on the back of robust global beef demand: ABARES

Saleyard cattle price to lift on the back of robust global beef demand: ABARES

Australia will be in prime position to capitalise on US lack of supply.
Monday, March 4, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (528)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Cropping block was passed in at auction for $5800/ac and has since sold

Cropping block was passed in at auction for $5800/ac and has since sold

Cropping block has sold after being passed in at auction.
Monday, March 4, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (304)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Sheepmeat value to reach $4.4 billion, ABARES forecasts

Sheepmeat value to reach $4.4 billion, ABARES forecasts

ABARES is predicting saleyard prices will go up, with sheepmeat and live sheep production to reach $4.4 billion in value.
Monday, March 4, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (295)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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ABARES tips ag value rebound in 2024-25 despite global headwinds

ABARES tips ag value rebound in 2024-25 despite global headwinds

The value of Australian farm sector production creeps back towards its record high.
Monday, March 4, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (769)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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John Deere announces new C-Series air cart lineup

John Deere announces new C-Series air cart lineup

John Deere has unveiled its new air cart lineup.
Monday, March 4, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (369)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Record year for Australian goat industry as price pressure remains

Record year for Australian goat industry as price pressure remains

ABS data shows 2024 was a record year for goat slaughter and production.
Monday, March 4, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (144)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Farmers must advocate in sustainability space

Farmers must advocate in sustainability space

Farmer must seize the narrative in the sustainability debate.
Sunday, March 3, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (319)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Roots, not shoots, build soil carbon so nudge your thinking to below the ground

Roots, not shoots, build soil carbon so nudge your thinking to below the ground

The shift to annuals and to plant breeding for high yield has not served soil carbon.
Sunday, March 3, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1316)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Kia Buddy? Kia Barty? The new Kia ute could have a very Aussie name

Kia Buddy? Kia Barty? The new Kia ute could have a very Aussie name

Kia's hotly anticipated new dual-cab rival to the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux will hit Australia in 2025.
Sunday, March 3, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (449)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Big Australian-South African macadamia partnership breaks up

Big Australian-South African macadamia partnership breaks up

The Marquis Macadamias joint venture between South African and Australian growers ends.
Sunday, March 3, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (417)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Beware the 'bonkers' soil carbon rate claims; here's what you can count on

Beware the 'bonkers' soil carbon rate claims; here's what you can count on

Claims of 8t/ha per annum are biophysically impossible, says soil scientist.
Sunday, March 3, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (274)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Improved beef powerhouse with irrigation and dryland cropping

Improved beef powerhouse with irrigation and dryland cropping

Widgewa is a beef production powerhouse, underpinned by both irrigated and dryland cropping.
Sunday, March 3, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (961)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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AI helps to transform agriculture

AI helps to transform agriculture

AI is helping to transform agriculture in a number of ways.
Sunday, March 3, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (267)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Plan to know what you don't know about big farm infrastructure builds

Plan to know what you don't know about big farm infrastructure builds

Plan early and hard when investing in farm infrastructure projects.
Sunday, March 3, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (262)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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High rainfall underpins larger scale grazing opportunity in South Gippsland

High rainfall underpins larger scale grazing opportunity in South Gippsland

High rainfall grazing property for sale in South Gippsland.
Sunday, March 3, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (344)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Rebuild or liquidation: What are beef producers really planning for 2024?

Rebuild or liquidation: What are beef producers really planning for 2024?

Analysts are far from being in sync on what is ahead for Australia's cattle herd.
Sunday, March 3, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (374)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Wilmot field day 2024: Who was there, what was said about carbon and beef

Wilmot field day 2024: Who was there, what was said about carbon and beef

Accelerating change was the theme of the 2024 Wilmot field day event.
Sunday, March 3, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1044)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Victorian agtech company recognised for farm safety software

Victorian agtech company recognised for farm safety software

AirAgri has been recognised at the 2023 Worksafe Awards in Melbourne.
Saturday, March 2, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (299)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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