News Tree fellings result in deaths A man was crushed to death on Saturday when a tree he was cutting up at Yarrawalla, just south of Pyramid Hill, fell on him about midday. Country News 15 minutes ago 15 minutes ago
News Greens senator hears concerns Southern NSW irrigators are working their way through the Senate in an effort to educate its members on the negative impacts of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan, and encourage them to seek more balance in water policy. Country News 2 hours ago 2 hours ago
Country News Allocations on the rise Seasonal determinations for northern Victoria have been revised, with all systems receiving an increase. The new seasonal determination sees the Murray system move from 2 per cent of high-reliability water shares (HRWS) to 6 per cent HRWS. The... Alana Christensen 18 hours ago 18 hours ago
Country News Allocations on the rise Seasonal determinations for northern Victoria have been revised, with all systems receiving an increase. The new seasonal determination sees the Murray system move from 2 per cent of high-reliability water shares (HRWS) to 6 per cent HRWS. The... Alana Christensen 18 hours ago 18 hours ago
News Farm technology trial starts An innovative trial testing the potential of Internet of Things technology on farms is now open to Victorian horticulture, dairy, sheep and grains farmers, thanks to support from the Victorian Government. Country News 20 hours ago 20 hours ago
News Drought help changes New Federal Government changes will see farmers able to claim accelerated depreciation on new fodder storages and income from forced sale of livestock treated differently under Farm Household Allowance. Country News 15 Jul 2019 15 Jul 2019
News Allowance to stay at $5m More farmers will be able to access vital assistance when they are going through tough times, with the net farm asset threshold for Farm Household Allowance maintained at $5million. Country News 15 Jul 2019 15 Jul 2019
News Exchanging ideas key Taking a more proactive approach to regulation, research and education is the only way to ensure the Australian poultry industry is at the forefront of innovation, according to a Nuffield scholar. Country News 14 Jul 2019 14 Jul 2019
News Three jam- packed days An iconic Queensland venue will become a focal point of agribusiness activity from September 17 to 19, as more than 300 of the nation’s best and brightest in farming come together for the 2019 Nuffield Australia National Conference. Country News 14 Jul 2019 14 Jul 2019
News Timber harvesting may return to Deni NSW Nationals leader John Barilaro has committed to introducing a private members bill on red gums, which could open the door for timber harvesting to return to Deniliquin. Country News 14 Jul 2019 14 Jul 2019
News Merits of mares overlooked Many riders have long considered stallions to be dangerous or difficult, but new research now shows mares are also seen as ‘‘bossy’’ or ‘‘unreliable’’, raising concerns for their welfare. Country News 13 Jul 2019 13 Jul 2019
News Historic photo information sought for exhibit The Royal Agriculture Society of Victoria is calling for people to help provide information on a range of photographs donated to the society as part of a new exhibit. Country News 13 Jul 2019 13 Jul 2019
News Breast is best but goat is good A new study has shown that goat milk infant formula contains similar prebiotic properties to breast milk and could protect against harmful gut bacteria, such as E.coli. Country News 13 Jul 2019 13 Jul 2019
News Soil-mapping techniques lauded Grain growers may one day soon be able to map soil in their paddocks without sending a single sample to the laboratory thanks to the efforts of an innovative young researcher. Country News 13 Jul 2019 13 Jul 2019
News Subsidy cut ‘heartless’ A federal minister has described as ‘‘heartless’’ a Queensland Government decision to slash a transport subsidy for farmers in the years to come. Country News 12 Jul 2019 12 Jul 2019
News Taking industry to next level Australian Wool Innovation’s strategic plan for the next three years has been published, with traceability, consultation and measurement and evaluation highlighted as the major investment and operational priorities. Country News 12 Jul 2019 12 Jul 2019
News Apply for scholarships The Victorian Government’s Upskill and Invest Young Farmers Scholarships are now open for young farmers looking to access study and training, and then invest on-farm or in further professional development. Country News 11 Jul 2019 11 Jul 2019
News Can microalgae transform wastewater? Research under way at Murdoch University is investigating the potential for algae to be used to clean up abattoir wastewater. Country News 11 Jul 2019 11 Jul 2019
News Shepparton Partners Collective takeover SPC before financial year ends SPC is officially in the hands of its new owner, with the $40million sale of the iconic Shepparton business completed on June 28. Country News 11 Jul 2019 11 Jul 2019
Dairy Eight milk varieties sold in Victoria and southern NSW recalled amid fears they may contain cleaning solution Eight varieties of milk sold in Victoria and southern NSW have been recalled amid fears they may contain cleaning solution. Country News 18 Jun 2019 18 Jun 2019
Working Dogs Patched-up pooch If doggy treats were handed out for gutsy efforts, Patchy would have his own bucketload. Rodney Woods 09 Jul 2019 09 Jul 2019
Livestock Probiotics put zip in calves’ skip Hooper Farms has eliminated antibiotic use in its calf shed after introducing a potent new probiotic range to its operation. Country News 04 Jul 2019 04 Jul 2019
Dairy Fonterra announce milk price step-up Fonterra Australia has increased its 2019/20 average milk price to $6.80/kg of milk solids and also increased its 2018/19 average price. ‘‘We are increasing our farm-gate milk price for the 2019/20 season by 20 cents per kg MS, which brings our... Rodney Woods 02 Jul 2019 02 Jul 2019
