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Tips for preventing heat stress in dairy cattle

Dairy farmers are being encouraged to assess their heat-stress management for cows in the lead up to summer. The occurrence of heat stress in dairy cows impacts not only animal productivity but also animal welfare. Agriculture Victoria dairy...

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Agriculture Victoria job cuts to research

Agriculture Victoria will be axing jobs across its research branches which could result in the loss of 50 positions at offices in Macleod, Horsham, Bendigo, Rutherglen and Bundoora. It is believed six positions will be cut in Tatura. When asked in...

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Private company to goFARM in Murray Valley

A global view on food production and dietary trends, the benefits of investing in land above the Barmah Choke, soil quality, a great climate and pre-existing infrastructure are the main reasons for privately owned company goFARM buying farms in the...

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Fossickers receive tick of approval

Fossickers across north-east Victoria are trying their luck at hitting gold. Earth Resources Regulation inspectors conducted spot checks over Melbourne Cup weekend and found all participants were in possession of a valid miner’s right. Earth...

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ACCC hears concerns about how the water market operates at a Shepparton forum

Irritated irrigators filled the room at the Shepparton Golf Club last Wednesday to vent their concerns about the operation of the water market. One farmer went as far as saying that for dairy to prosper again, carryover had to be scrapped, while at...

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Bunnings sausage sizzle to help those affected by drought and fires

Drop by your local Bunnings store’s sausage sizzle on Friday to help raise funds and support communities impacted by drought and bushfires. Bunnings will again partner with GIVIT, whose national presence aids local communities all over Australia by...

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Yalca property sells for $2.18 million

A mixed farming property that has been owned by the same family since 1946, sold for $2.18 million at a sale on November 8 at the Yalca Cricket Club. Owned by the Jackson family, the 456.4 ha property on Starrets Rd, Yalca, sold for...

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Hearts break over loss of kind soul Blake Stormer

Blake Stormer had a kind soul and a cheeky grin that would light up any room. He was quiet, but would do anything for his family and friends. Blake, 19, died in a quad bike accident near his uncle’s farm at Leitchville in northern Victoria on Friday...

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Concerns raised over backpacker tax

The Federal Government has ruled the backpacker tax should not apply to workers on 417 or 462 visas if they have residency status. Fruit Growers Victoria grower services manager Michael Crisera said the tax shouldn’t apply to permanent residents...

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Right to Farm Bill passes NSW Parliament

NSW farmers have received protection from trespassers with the passage of the Right to Farm Bill through the state’s parliament. The Shooters Fishers and Farmers Party leader Robert Borsak said the party moved amendments to the bill that were...

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New name for merged Ruralco and Landmark

After decades of serving the farmers of Australia as separate companies, Ruralco and Landmark have merged and will be known as Nutrien Ag Solutions. Managing director Rob Clayton said the new brand marked a new era for Australian agricultural...

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SunRice Grower of the Year winners to open up Jerilderie farm

SunRice Grower of the Year winners Peter and Renee Burke will host a field day at their Jerilderie farm on Thursday, December 12. The Burkes claimed the award in August, because they ‘‘skilfully used the temporary water market to secure...

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Fishy business to be discussed in Shepparton

If you want to know more about the Murray cod or to enhance you fishing skills, the fourth annual Murray Codference is the place to be. To be held in Shepparton, the conference program has expanded in 2019, including a free family fun day on...

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Drought response plan released

The Federal Government’s Drought Response Plan was released on Thursday, November 7, with the aim of preparing the nation for future droughts. The plan said Australian farmers were enduring the worst drought on record and there was a grim outlook...

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East Gippsland man convicted on eagle poisoning charges

An East Gippsland landowner has been convicted for his involvement in the misuse of agricultural chemicals resulting in the poisoning of wedge-tailed eagles on his properties between June 2017 and April 2018. The landowner was also convicted for...

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Fire destroys hay and machinery at Elmore

The damage bill for a hayshed fire at Elmore is estimated at almost $2 million. Two haysheds were destroyed in the blaze that started about 10.30 am on Sunday, November 10 on the broadacre property. Ten firefighting appliances from...

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More drought funding for Victorian farmers

Additional targeted support is now available for farmers in the Goulburn Murray Irrigation District as part of the Victorian Government’s drought and dry conditions support package, now rolling out across the state. State Member for Northern...

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Strathbogie Forest protection welcomed

The Save Our Strathbogie Forest community campaign has welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement that native logging will be phased-out by 2030. The change involves the immediate protection of the Strathbogie Forest. SOSF spokesperson Bertram...

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Silo art: What you need to know

Across the flat and sprawling landscape of the Goulburn Valley and Southern Riverina, among stretches of highway and towering trees, there are few things as constant as grain silos. As Wimmera Mallee communities continue to complete their Silo Art...

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Chicken shed destroyed by fire in Euroa

Almost 20,000 chickens have died after a Euroa poultry farm shed burst into flames early this morning. Firefighters were called to the scene on Drysdale Rd at about 5.45am to find the shed fully engulfed in flames. CFA Units from Shepparton, Euro...

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Kotta shed fire destroys hundreds of hay bales

FIREFIGHTERS are battling an volatile hayshed fire 25km from Echuca. CFA crews from Kotta, Bamawm Extension and Lockington were called to the blaze at a property on the corner of Johnson Rd and Lowrie Rd in Kotta about 9.40am. Bamawm Extension...

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Gillieston abattoir gets EPA approval

The EPA has given works approval for the operation of a new abattoir on the Lancaster-Mooroopna Rd at Gillieston. The facility, to be developed by Meatworks Australia on a former dairy farm site, would process up to 3000 head of sheep per day. Some...

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