LEMKEN Steketee EC-Weeder with DeltaRow is ideal for specialist crops
Steketee hoeing technology is incorporating EC-Weeder for weed-free twin rows and proves its worth combined with DeltaRow in maize crops Maize grown in twin rows with optimal allocation of growing space is the advantage the LEMKEN Azurit precision seed drill offers with the added benefit of maintaining effective weed control across the full width. Current […]
RIC is offering loans to support new and bushfire-damaged forestry plantations
A new loan program is open to support the development of new and bushfire-damaged forestry plantations to help secure future wood supply. The Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) is managing the loans with the aim to support growth in plantations, and deliver benefits for rural and regional communities and the economy. Many regional communities are reliant […]
CHT Australia can greatly improve soil structure through smart water harvesting
Recent tests show that adding product to improve soil works better with mineral coated carbon particles as that provides a platform for long-acting slow release NPK fertilisers and soil ameliorants CHT Australia, part of the German CHT Group has been testing ways to retain irrigation and run-off water through influencing soil hydraulic conductivity and has […]
Irrigators turned to water allocation markets to cope with 2019-20 drought
Irrigators in the Murray–Darling Basin faced a challenging year in 2019-20 due to water scarcity and low allocations following persistent drought up until late 2019, the ACCC’s eleventh annual Water Monitoring Report shows. The ACCC monitors regulated charges and compliance with the water rules by infrastructure operators and Basin state governments. The report relies on information being […]
Vanderfield name disappears after 51 years as RDO Equipment steps up
Its official – the Vanderfield and Chesterfield names are gone – replaced by a new name that owners’ the RDO Australia Group prefer moving forward Signwriters have made a fortune since US owned RDO Australia Group brought out the controlling interest of Vanderfield in November 2019, a leading John Deere dealer based in Northern New […]
Next stage of vehicle safety campaign begins for NSW businesses
Stage 2 of SafeWork NSW’s Safety Around Your Vehicle Compliance Project is underway to promote safer working practices when loading, unloading and working around vehicles. SafeWork Executive Director, Tony Williams, said performing tasks around vehicles is the leading cause of non-driving serious injuries and fatalities in road transport and logistics. “During Stage 1 of the […]
JBS Australia’s acquisition of Rivalea Holdings and Oxdale Dairy Enterprise not opposed
The ACCC will not oppose JBS Australia Pty Ltd’s (JBS) proposed acquisition of Rivalea Holdings Pty Ltd and Oxdale Dairy Enterprise Pty Ltd (together, Rivalea) finding that the transaction is not likely to substantially lessen competition. JBS processes and supplies fresh pork, value-added pork products and pork smallgoods to wholesalers and retailers in Australia, including […]
IrrigationBox has everything you want in their Product Catalogue
If you have been searching for a one-stop irrigation supply specialist, you have found it with IrrigationBox – take a look through their product catalogue IrrigationBox has the largest range of agricultural irrigation sprinklers – soft and hard hose travelling irrigators available. And while the product range from IrrigationBox is impressive, the company is also […]
Vegetable grower wins the top sustainability award while gaining carbon credits
Mulgowie Farming Company has won the top sustainability accolade at Woolworths’ Annual Supplier Awards The awards ceremony, held in Sydney NSW, saw Mulgowie Farming Company named as the Sustainable Supplier of the Year from a strong field of finalists and a diverse range of industries. The Sustainable Supplier award was open to all Woolworths’ suppliers […]
Bourgault FMS seeders are ideal for pasture growth and specialist small-scale plantings
Farmers looking to improve pasture production have recognised the benefits that are derived from a more regular program of pasture renovation Being able to cover more ground each season is also leading to increased production and as a result much higher yields that turn into increased returns. And operating a seeder that is able to […]