Ag lending on rise as farmers re-invest record seasonal income
Lending to the farm sector increased by 5% in real terms to $142.5 billion from data compiled prior to the US-Israel attack on Iran Farm lending figures compiled at the 30 June 2025, prior to the start of the US-Israel attack on Iran, show the aggregate value of outstanding loans and leases to the farm […]
Quantum battery energy breakthrough gives locals world leading edge
Scientists at the CSIRO the University of Melbourne and RMIT have made a breakthrough with the world’s first fully functioning proof-of-concept quantum battery Scientists have made a significant leap forward in energy storage technology with the world’s first proof-of-concept quantum battery. Similar to conventional batteries, this quantum version charges, stores and discharges energy – and […]
John Deere content creator winner making most of prize
As John Deere seek the next winner in their content creator award inaugural recipient Phaedra Rodriguez is making the most of her prize John Deere is searching through entries for its Content Creator Competition to award the next winner free use of John Deere equipment for six months. For current winner, flower and vegetable farmer, Phaedra […]
Trump attack on Iran has some analysts ducking for cover
Several analysts have offered opinions on just how a protracted war in Iran will affect farm income in season 2026-27 following the record result from season 2025-26 History books is where future generationswill read how the USA attack on Iran affected oil prices and trade worldwide in 2026, and whether it was the catalyst to […]
Vin Rowe Farm Machinery Kubota franchise sold in family divestment
Well known distributor retailer Vin Rowe Farm machinery has sold their Kubota dealership to Peninsula Kubota Peninsula Kubota owners Joe Otto and Brad Fisher have struck a deal to take over the long-standing Vin Rowe Farm machinery Kubota franchise in what will be a major expansion for the dealership that currently operates from a dealership […]
Nissan Navara Ute upgrades set the stage for increased sales
Full specifications of the 2026 Nissan Navara Ute have been announced ahead of its March release in a four-grade Dual Cab lineup Nissan Australia has revealed pricing and full specifications for the 2026 fifth generation Navara D27 Ute, ahead of its showroom arrival in four highly equipped grades in March, at a keen rrp of […]
Rabobank opens applications for prominent farm management programs
Rabobank has opened applications for farmers in Australia and New Zealand to join their Executive Development and Farm Managers Programs Applications for the 2026 intake of Rabobank’s Business Management Programs – the Executive Development Program and the Farm Managers Program – are now open. Designed for progressive farmers at a range of career stages, the two programs being offered […]
Funky Food wants farmers surplus fresh fruit and vegetables
Funky Food is working with small to medium farms that are left with produce that is imperfect and difficult to move through traditional retail channels Brisbane-based, national produce rescue business Funky Food is calling on farmers across Queensland and northern NSW to let the Funky team save more fresh fruit and vegetables from going to waste, by […]
Farmgate income climbs to a higher record level in landmark 2025-26 season
Agricultural production alone is expected to total $99.5 billion – the highest on record – and with fisheries and forestry added will reach $106.4 billion Record Farmgate value of $99.5 billion is being driven by a livestock market at very strong price levels and expected to continue in that vein as available stock numbers decline, […]
Gun law restrictions following Bondi Beach massacre will affect all farmers
The NSW state government is the first to act but expect much more restrictive laws to follow as federal politicians fail at a bi-partisan approach The New South Wales state government has been the first to act, bringing in much tougher high-powered ownership weapon control following the Bondi Beach massacre that took place on 14 […]