Power Equipment offers top badges to power your world

Family owned company Power Equipment has been operating for over 30 years delivering diesel power solutions to Australian customers and 10 years of operation in New Zealand No matter what industry segment you operate in, agriculture, irrigation, construction, manufacturing, or just about any commercial operation, the power source is an essential component in the continued […]

Wine Australia announced the appointment of six non-executive directors

Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia David Littleproud has appointed six non-executive directors to Wine Australia until 30 September 2024. Minister Littleproud said the four reappointed directors and two new directors have extensive industry experience and have demonstrated a strong commitment to the Australian wine industry. “Wine and winegrape production is a major agricultural industry […]

The states are being asked to saddle up for horse welfare

The Federal Government is asking the states and territories to get behind the thoroughbred horse industry in the wake of the thoroughbred welfare initiative report, The Most Important Participant: A Framework for Thoroughbred Welfare. The report recommended both levels of government work together to develop a national thoroughbred register, and on a range of related matters. […]

Domestic organic farming thrown open to anyone with an interest in its future

Consumers, organic farmers, food manufacturers and exporters are encouraged to have their say on improving Australia’s domestic organic regulatory framework. An upcoming consultation will focus on potential regulatory or non-regulation options across the supply chain, including small businesses. In the spotlight will be regulations around the export of Australian organic produce to overseas markets. This […]

Agriculture career opportunities boosted by a $1.3 million grant to AgriFutures Australia

The Federal Government is providing $1.3 million towards new research that aims to bolster agriculture’s capacity to attract and retain workers. The research is to be undertaken by AgriFutures Australia and is expected to support agricultural employers and businesses to better target recruitment and retention of workers. Challenging outdated perceptions of modern agricultural work is critical […]

A long term strategy to grow crops under protected shelters has been launched

The Implementation of the Strategy will be led by Hort Innovation Australia and Protected Cropping Australia and is expected to provide direction and support for crops grown under shelter. Many believe the Australian Protected Cropping Strategy 2021-2030 is a pathway for the industry to develop at a far greater pace than at present. Protected cropping […]

Horticulture production holds on but overseas workers remain crucial

The horticulture sector has maintaining output during COVID-19 despite workers shortage. A recent report,  Labour use in Australian agriculture: Analysis of survey results report, has revealed that horticultural farm output levels have remained steady, despite an eight per cent drop in the number of workers employed on horticulture farms. The restart of the Pacific Labour mobility program […]

Regional business recovery expected to benefit from a $8.6m support program

Regional small businesses that have suffered the brunt of lockdowns, drought and bushfires will get specialised Australian Government assistance to support the country’s economic recovery. The Regional Small Business Support Program pilot – valued at $8.6 million – will be rolled out from the beginning of 2022, building on the successful Drought Communities Small Business […]

Harvest Ramps Up along with global wheat prices

In this high production season with a global shortage of milling wheat, a balanced strategic approach to the market will help maximise returns according to Richard Perkins from Market Check Harvest is here and wheat prices remain strong both domestically and internationally. But what is the best grain marketing strategy to capitalise on the current […]