Versatile Lemken Karat 9 cultivator
DeltaCut shares offer ultra-shallow tillage on Lemken’s Karat 9 cultivator Lemken’s Karat 9 intensive cultivator has been used successfully all over the world for many
Karoonda Farm Fair is the SA favourite
The 36th Karoonda Farm Fair will be held over two days on the 9 and 10 April 2021 at the
Mildura Field Days on schedule to celebrate their 70th year in 2021
The Mildura Field Days look forward to a renewed focus on farmers, business, families and fun in 2021 at the 70th running
Case IH takes out multiple global ag innovation awards
Case IH scoops a big pool of awards
Munro celebrates more than 50 successful years in fencing
In five decades, Victorian company Munro Engineers has sold thousands of its posthole drivers in Australia and across the world.
Schinckel Opener Series rake is a game changer
Since its introduction, the front-mounted Opener Series rake from Schinckel Hayrakes has proven to be a game changer in the hay cropping business.
Davimac Agrowplow deep rippers built in Australia for Australian conditions
Agrowplow deep ripping implements are robustly built for a long service life and feature an innovative shank design for maximum effectiveness in the broad range of soil profiles Australian farmers must deal with.
Farm World at Lardner Park returns bigger and brighter than ever
It’s the first big Field day event for the 2021 calendar and Farm World organisers have pulled out all stops to make it a must attend event
The NDE range offers a TMR feed mixer to suit every size of budget and operation
All NDE models will accept the largest round or square bale and process it quickly, while high capacity models will hold up to six large
Power Equipment celebrates 30 years in the diesel power business
Family-owned company Power Equipment this year celebrated 30 successful years of delivering diesel power solutions to Australian customers, and 10 years of operation in New
MAXAM brings global agricultural solutions to the market
Over the last few years, MAXAM TYRES has built a strong reputation in the specialty tyre market The product range the company offers come with
Goldacres G6 Series 2 takes local maker past world standard
Order now as the uptake of the Goldacres G6 Series 2 has been overwhelming with excellent feedback from dealer groups as to the positive growers
Agrison allegedly misled tractor buyers about warranty and aftersales services
The ACCC has instituted Federal Court proceedings against AA Machinery Pty Ltd (trading as Agrison), alleging it made false or misleading representations about the warranties and after-sales services available to its customers, in breach of the Australian Consumer Law.
China’s commodity imports show strong demand
China’s commodity imports for November suggest demand is strong; with most sectors recording a solid bounce from October. But high
Live animal export inspector-general reappointed
The primary role of the IGLAE is to undertake independent audit and review functions of the live animal exports trade
CBA moving European HQ to Amsterdam
Commonwealth Bank of Australia is shifting its European HQ from London to Amsterdam in a move it says will allow
Plastic waste exports banned but pollution remains a major problem
Australia’s peak marine conservation body has welcomed the passing of new Federal laws that will end the practice of shipping
Drought recovery freight initiatives ease tension for harvesters
The 2020/21 NSW grain harvest is one of the largest harvests in many years, and as a result the NSW
GRDC invites grain growers to Summer Session meetups in January
If you are a grain grower looking forward to a hard-earned break by the coast in January, but have time
Newell Highway upgrade open for Christmas traffic
A major upgrade to the heavily trafficked freight route between Mungle Back Creek and Boggabillaw has opened in time for the Christmas break
Versatile Lemken Karat 9 cultivator
DeltaCut shares offer ultra-shallow tillage on Lemken’s Karat 9 cultivator Lemken’s Karat 9 intensive cultivator has been used successfully all over the world for many
Goldacres G6 Series 2 takes local maker past world standard
Order now as the uptake of the Goldacres G6 Series 2 has been overwhelming with excellent feedback from dealer groups as to the positive growers
Schinckel Opener Series rake is a game changer
Since its introduction, the front-mounted Opener Series rake from Schinckel Hayrakes has proven to be a game changer in the hay cropping business.
Croplands WEED-IT helps dryland farmer target weeds on fallow land
Croplands WEED-IT 7000 spot sprayer targets hard-to-kill weeds in paddocks left fallow to build up soil moisture.
Vineyard of the Year award pins up Top 50 Finalists from 6000 grape growers
The Vineyard of the Year award is a national initiative of Young Gun of Wine, shining a light on our best vineyards
Winter crop harvest reveals a near record 51.5 million tonnes haul
The 2020-21 winter crop harvest expectations are being met as deliveries to depots are expected to peak around 51.5 million tonnes.
The NDE range offers a TMR feed mixer to suit every size of budget and operation
All NDE models will accept the largest round or square bale and process it quickly, while high capacity models will hold up to six large
Stubble grazing calculator predicts nutritional value for livestock
The nutritional value of crop stubble for grazing sheep has been reassessed for the first time in 25 years.
Pork to lead animal protein production surge in 2021
As the impacts of African swine fever in Asia fade, pork will lead a global animal protein production surge in 2021
Improved standards for livestock loading ramps and forcing yards
An updated Australian Standard for livestock loading/unloading ramps and forcing yards has been published aimed at improved safety.
Droughtmaster Australia are taking their breed to the people
Droughtmaster cattle are perfectly suited to thrive in Australia’s famous droughts and flooding rains
Zoetis raises half a million dollars for mental health support
Through a close partnership with Beyond Blue, Zoetis has raised a grand total of $500,000 for mental health since the joint campaign started in 2016.
MAXAM brings global agricultural solutions to the market
Over the last few years, MAXAM TYRES has built a strong reputation in the specialty tyre market The product range the company offers come with
Case IH takes out multiple global ag innovation awards
Case IH scoops a big pool of awards
Munro celebrates more than 50 successful years in fencing
In five decades, Victorian company Munro Engineers has sold thousands of its posthole drivers in Australia and across the world.
Davimac Agrowplow deep rippers built in Australia for Australian conditions
Agrowplow deep ripping implements are robustly built for a long service life and feature an innovative shank design for maximum effectiveness in the broad range of soil profiles Australian farmers must deal with.
John Deere X Series Combines take CES honours in Robotics category
Deere has a lot tied up in its X Series combines with its next ten years of sales resting on their success or otherwise and for now it’s looking very positive
Nokian Ground King tyre offers ultimate versatility
The new Ground King tyre from Nokian is designed to deliver top performance both in the paddock and on the road Farm contracting is big
Bumper winter harvest and saleyard prices push agricultural production to $65 billion
With a bumper winter crop harvest, the gross value of agricultural production is forecast to rise to $65 billion in 2020-21.
Farmers looking on the bright side despite COVID and China
Farmer confidence surges as an excellent growing season and rising commodity prices outweigh COVID and trade concerns
Nutrien launches carbon program to drive sustainability in agriculture
Nutrien is piloting a carbon program across North America in 2021 with plans to roll it out to South America and Australia at a later date.
MaxiTRANS boosts manufacturing capability with a purpose built facility
MaxiTRANS has opened a new heavy-duty trailer manufacturing facility in Carole Park, Queensland to expand national capability.
Luke Chandler takes the helm as John Deere MD for Australia and New Zealand
John Deere Australia and New Zealand Managing Director Luke Chandler says he will prioritise leading the way in technology and investing in strong relationships as a mark of his leadership
Aussie food and agribusinesses has potential to unlock combined $200B by 2030
A massive thrust from the Australian Food and Agribusiness sector could unlock over $200 billion in value and 300,000 jobs by 2030 but it needs a push to make it happen
Blue Harvest report claims wage theft behind the hidden cost of Blueberry bonanza
Following the release of the report, the Retail Supply Chain Alliance unions – the AWU, TWU and SDA – are demanding a Royal Commission and ask good farmers to stand with them
Embrace a climate recovery before we are simply out of time says Farmers for Climate Action
There are no excuses left says Farmers for Climate Action Chair Charlie Prell as warming tops 1.44 degrees Celsius and ground becomes too dry too quickly
Southern Forest Irrigation Scheme won’t work says former Director General
Kim Taylor is the former Director General of the Department of Water in Western Australia and gives his reasons why he believes the scheme will
Great barrier Reef faces real danger of Coral bleaching
Reef declared critical due to global heating but the Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) says Federal Government cares little for climate action The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) says it
Bushfire season for 2021 brings with it different conditions
We should be preparing for a vastly different bushfire season as the effects of La Niña are felt across the country, according to the Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook: December 2020 – February 2021.
Gas expansion will impact farmers’ mental health with dire consequences
Australian farmers, and the communities where they live, face negative environmental, economic and social consequences if the Federal Government’s plans for a ‘gas-led recovery’ go ahead.
Briefs
Plastic waste exports banned but pollution remains a major problem
Australia’s peak marine conservation body has welcomed the passing of new Federal laws that will end the practice of shipping Australia’s waste overseas. The Recycling and Waste Reduction Act 2020
Queensland Farmers’ Federation calls State Budget a missed opportunity
Queensland Farmers’ Federation calls State Budget a missed opportunity that does not address critical competitiveness and productivity issues.
Agriculture Minister slams Food Ministers Forum for abandoning Aussie fruit growers
Agriculture Minister David Littleproud is hopping mad as the majority of State and Territory Food Ministers rejected the Commonwealth and farm industry proposal to lock in a minimum 4-star rating
China’s commodity imports show strong demand
China’s commodity imports for November suggest demand is strong; with most sectors recording a solid bounce from October. But high
Live animal export inspector-general reappointed
The primary role of the IGLAE is to undertake independent audit and review functions of the live animal exports trade
CBA moving European HQ to Amsterdam
Commonwealth Bank of Australia is shifting its European HQ from London to Amsterdam in a move it says will allow
Plastic waste exports banned but pollution remains a major problem
Australia’s peak marine conservation body has welcomed the passing of new Federal laws that will end the practice of shipping
Drought recovery freight initiatives ease tension for harvesters
The 2020/21 NSW grain harvest is one of the largest harvests in many years, and as a result the NSW
GRDC invites grain growers to Summer Session meetups in January
If you are a grain grower looking forward to a hard-earned break by the coast in January, but have time
Newell Highway upgrade open for Christmas traffic
A major upgrade to the heavily trafficked freight route between Mungle Back Creek and Boggabillaw has opened in time for the Christmas break