ProAgni feed producer takes capital raising to over $3 million with latest investment
Australian AgTech company ProAgni announced that it had secured Series A investment from established regional media entity Grant Broadcasters. ProAgni was established in 2018 to provide antibiotic free animal feed products that preserve animal health and economic sustainability, while decreasing the environmental and social impacts of farming. Its cutting-edge feed stock has now been used […]
A new beginning for Briggs & Stratton
After emerging from bankruptcy as a new company with a new owner and a new CEO, Briggs & Stratton is looking to the future.
John Deere acquires Harvest Profit farm management software
John Deere has acquired Harvest Profit, a leading provider of software for farmers to track costs and profits in their operations.
Elders posts $122 million profit for the year
Elders has reported a statutory profit after tax of $122.9 million for 2019-20, an 80 per cent increase on the previous financial year.
BOM climate report shows Australia at accelerating risk from continued warming
The biennial BOM State of the Climate Report shows Australia’s north getting wetter, the south getting drier and extreme heat events increasing in frequency.
House of Reps committee set to inquire into climate change bills
The House of Representatives standing committee on the Environment and Energy has called for submissions on independent MP Zali Steggall’s climate change bills. The bills calls for the Morrison government to adopt what is described as sensible climate change legislation that will align national policy with state governments’ and the private sector’s commitment to net […]
Rural Financial Counselling Service gets $61.9 million grants boost
The Australian government is investing $61.9 million in competitive grant funding for rural financial counselling services with applications closing 11 December 2020.
China commodity trade data shows a manufacturing recovery for 2020
ANZ Research has revealed how China’s commodity imports continue to reflect the ongoing recovery in industrial activity, with volumes remaining robust. The report observed China’s commitment to purchase more US goods, especially to keep LNG and soybeans imports strong. Ample fiscal supports and steady economic recovery should support bulks and metals shipments, though a seasonal […]
Isuzu Motors and the Volvo Group agreement cements their position
The recent signing of binding agreements to form a strategic alliance between Isuzu Motors Limited and the Volvo Group, set to build a long-term and industrious relationship, has been welcomed by Isuzu Australia Limited (IAL). Melding the strengths of both global commercial vehicle giants is designed to respond to industry changes and capitalise on the […]
CSIRO takes up the challenge of the 21st century – to end plastic waste
CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, is developing a major research program to tackle plastic waste and reimagine the future of plastics. The Plastics Mission, one of 12 missions in development by CSIRO is using science and technology, to address Australia’s plastics waste issue. Each year, 90 billion tonnes of primary materials are extracted and used globally for […]