Majority of Ag businesses need stronger cyber-security defences for IoT solutions
Research by Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, reveals most agricultural businesses face security challenges when deploying IoT solutions. Those surveyed said poor network security and internal data regulation and compliance requirements are their two biggest concerns, underlining the need for stronger cyber-security defences for their IoT solutions. The research also shows businesses […]
Fruit and vegetable prices pushed up by COVID disruptions
Increasing fruit and vegetable prices has been seen throughout the COVID period, with both sectors reflecting an increase in costs particularly associated with labour shortages. According to ANZ’s latest Agri Commodity Report, since just prior to COVID’s advent in 2020, retail vegetable prices have increased by over 8% – while fruit prices have actually fallen […]
Weather impact on grain crop could have been much worst
It’s a case of so near yet so far for some grain growers as weather events across the country have seen some uncertainty descend over what was forecast to be another stellar year for the sector. While grains prices continue to perform strongly in comparison to previous seasons, quality is becoming a big factor for […]
Soil management is aided by $13.8 million for over 200 soil extension activities
The final round of the Federal Government’s Smart Farms Small Grants program has now been finalised, with $13.8 million funding 32 grants and over 200 individual activities to improve soil health and soil management. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia, David Littleproud said the grants will help farmers and land managers change the way they […]
PHA revamps online learning by offering three courses
Plant Health Australia (PHA) has recently revamped three online courses that now offer greater interactivity and designs to enhance the online learning experience. The three online courses, Plant Biosecurity in Australia, Pest Reporting and Responses (for Growers and Researchers) now have improved graphics and interactive elements such as pop-up text boxes and flip text boxes. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Agriculture continues to lead our economic recovery into record territory
The national account figures released today are further proof that the Agricultural industry is leading the way in our economic recovery. The figures reveal how agriculture has stepped up, persevered and provided stability through uncertain times with the value of rural goods exported in the September quarter 2021 up a staggering 64% more than the […]