Future Drought Fund mentoring program helps build stronger regional centres
Round three of the Future Drought Fund’s Drought Resilience Leaders mentoring program is open nationally until 19 April 2022. The aim of the mentoring program is to join experienced farmers and industry professionals with those that want the chance to learn about drought preparedness. This is a chance for mentees to get one-to-one assistance from […]
Zoetis’ proposed acquisition of Jurox raises preliminary competition concerns
The ACCC has outlined preliminary competition concerns with Zoetis’ proposed acquisition of Jurox. Zoetis and Jurox develop, manufacture, and sell animal health products that detect, prevent, or treat health issues in companion and production animals. “We have concerns that the acquisition will remove one of Zoetis’ closest competitors in the supply of three types of […]
Australia leads global efforts to prevent future pandemics with a $8.4 million program
A significant new initiative aimed at bolstering Australia’s wildlife health and early warning capabilities has been outlined today. The Federal Government has advised it will spend $8.4 million over the next four years towards preventing, detecting, and mitigating the impacts of emerging animal diseases, including those with pandemic potential. COVID-19 has brought into sharp focus […]
Response to the National Agricultural Workforce Strategy: Learning to excel report
The Federal Government has released its response to the independent National Agricultural Labour Advisory Committee’s report – National Agricultural Workforce Strategy: Learning to excel. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia, David Littleproud said the response addresses all 37 recommendations and reinforces the government’s commitment to the agricultural workforce. “The Australian Government is committed to building a […]
Soil science challenge offers grants worth $20 million
Up to $20 million in Federal Government grants is available for innovative research that addresses priority knowledge gaps in soil health and soil management as a part of the ‘Soil Science Challenge’. The new research grants will tackle soil research priorities around carbon dynamics, hydrology, biology and nutrients, and the soil/root interface The Soil Science […]
Farmers welcome certainty on the future of paradise dam
The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) has welcomed an announcement by the state government that it will reinstate Paradise Dam to its original height and capacity providing water security for irrigators in the Bundaberg region. The announcement follows a commitment to inform local irrigators of the government’s position prior to end of the year. QFF CEO […]
Climate data for farmers to prepare for future droughts is now live
Two digital tools are expected to deliver farmers the best available climate data to help prepare for future drought and climate change. The Drought Resilience Self-Assessment Tool (DR.SAT) and the Climate Services for Agriculture (CSA) platform are two key investments under the $5 billion Future Drought Fund. These tools are about using technology to make […]
Industry allowed to collaborate on AdBlue supply arrangements as shortages loom
The ACCC has granted an urgent interim authorisation permitting manufacturers and other industry stakeholders to collaborate on arrangements for the supply of the diesel exhaust fluid, known as ‘AdBlue’ that is used in most modern diesel vehicles to control noxious emissions that are known to cause serious health problems and kill. AdBlue manufacturers are seeking […]
The only registered mixed battery recycling company expands to second site in Victoria
Lithium Australia’s battery recycling division has expanded its Victorian operations to include a second, much larger site in Laverton, following Wyndham City Council issuing a permit to allow ‘Materials Recycling’ at the site. Sales of recycled battery products to both national and international customers are expected to increase because of the new facility. Lithium Australia […]
AUSVEG wants to see carrots broccoli and potatoes on the menu this holiday season
Industry body AUSVEG is urging Aussie consumers to support their local vegetable growers this festive season and buy plenty of high-quality fresh vegetables over the holiday period, including for their Christmas meals and their holiday BBQs. A wide variety of fresh, delicious vegetables will be available at all major retailers, independent grocers and markets this […]