Yanmar YV01 autonomous robot the most effective sprayer down the vines
The savings are enormous as the YV01 autonomous robot can run without an onboard operator for the most effective vine spraying possible Yanmar is on the lips of every wine grower following the release of its vineyard robot that is affordable for all wine growing operations regardless of sizes as they simply have to switch […]
Satellite images reveal a cost effective and quick way to find groundwater
In the driest state in the driest continent a way has been found to find scarce water resources that are sitting in previous unknown crevices across South Australia Now, thanks to UniSA researcher Dr Alaa Ahmed, a cost-effective technology can pinpoint sites in the central Flinders Ranges where precious groundwater is likely to be found, […]
Agrison to pay penalty and compensation for misleading tractor buyers
The Federal Court has ordered AA Machinery Pty Ltd (trading as Agrison) to pay a penalty of $220,000 after it admitted making false or misleading representations to customers Agrison admitted to The Federal Court misleading representations about the warranties and after-sales services, in breach of the Australian Consumer Law. The Court also ordered Agrison to […]
WiSA offers automated flood irrigation at its best
WiSA customers have the added advantage of dealing with one of the longest running farm automation companies in irrigation WiSA has developed specific solutions for flood irrigators with proven success. The solutions available now allows growers to manage an entire irrigation system from a PC. Using real-time weather, soil and environmental data from the farm, […]
Winter crop harvest for season 2021/22 on alert for a record result
While everyone is a winner with one of the biggest crops on record gearing up for harvest we take look at the crops expected to give the highest returns With growers set for a bumper winter harvest, the total production forecast for a near-record crop. The specialist agribusiness, Rabobank estimates the nation will harvest a […]
Three major projects will grow agriculture and food sectors a further $20 billion by 2030
A $150 million investment from CSIRO, government and industry termed the Three Missions will be used to tackle drought, the food export market and to grow the protein market CSIRO Chief Executive Dr Larry Marshall said the three missions together aim to capture a $20 billion opportunity for Australian agriculture to extend its position as […]
Flinders University study takes aim at Queensland coal mine over concern for wetlands
Research led by Flinders University is renewing calls to protect the source of water and aquifers supporting the ecologically significant Doongmabulla Springs Complex According to Flinders University the Doongmabulla Springs Complex situated in central Queensland should be protected from a proposed Carmichael coal mine in the Galilee Basin. As work on the Bravus (previously Adani) mine progresses, […]
Dairy farmers have reached a plateau where growth seems the most likely path
With recent record-breaking profitability in the Dairy sector it offers a solid footing to reboot much-needed growth in milk production Following a rollercoaster ride over the past decade, the dairy sector has experienced a remarkable turnaround, underpinned by favourable seasonal conditions, high farmgate pricing and a shift in the balance of power within the supply […]
Drought Resilience Leaders open mentor and mentee positions in round 2
You will have to get your skates on if you want to join in but urgent action and being able to respond quickly is what it’s all about as round 2 applications open for business If you are currently involved in farming and looking for some trusted advice around your career, farming and personal goals, […]
Taro DNA fingerprinted to grow in a changing climate
Taro has been under the microscope for more than 2o years to determine how this food can be introduced to more local growers through current breeding technology The tropical root vegetable taro, known as the ‘food of the gods’ in the Pacific, is under threat from rising sea levels but wild plants being cultivated by […]