John Deere technicians battle it out for top Awards in 2026
Check out the contenders for the highly prized John Deere Technician of the Year Awards for 2026 as you might need their expertise one day In a hotly contested competition, there are 30 regional finalists in five award categories recognised for their outstanding service and parts expertise vying for the John Deere 2026 Technician of […]
SpaceX share listing elevates Elon Musk to trillionaire status
Elon Musk has officially become the world’s first trillionaire following the SpaceX Nasdaq listing – on paper at least For whatever reason, luck of the draw or genius, there are select people chosen from history to carry the title of the richest person. Back in 1916 it was John D. Rockefeller who became the first […]
El Niño severe weather event called by US experts
With the Pacific Ocean warming rapidly US weather experts advise farmers to take precautionary measures The financial pressure of paying more for everything, diesel and fertiliser in particular, to get the 2026-27 winter season crop into the ground has been compounded further with US experts officially calling the forming of a severe El Niño […]
CNH telematics available in two retrofit modems
CNH is offering entry-level aftermarket telematic modems that are ideal to connect older or mixed-fleet equipment Operators running older models that want to connect their fleet and boost efficiency can now plug into precision farming with a CNH plug-in modems. The CM100 and CM110 aftermarket telematics modems are cost effective, with an entry-level designed to […]
NSW Government takes over management of the Rural Fire Service
The NSW Government has advised that from 1 July 2027, it will take over ownership and responsibility of the NSW Rural Fire Service’s mobile assets – commonly referred to as the “Red Fleet”. Mayor Darcy Byrne, President of Local Government NSW said the move would come as a great relief to local councils across NSW. […]
John Deere leadership acknowledge Aussie farmers unique strength
International leaders gathered to see firsthand how precision farming has become a major part of helping operators with the trend to expand For John Deere global leader Deanna Kovar, it was a visit to Australia for the first time, prompted to take a closer look at how precision agriculture is being used one of the […]
Phosphorus research aims to increase productivity in high P-fixing soils
Farm trials have commenced into developing more effective strategies to manage phosphorus growth and curtail costs Fertiliser is currently one of the most significant input costs facing growers, so knowing where to apply it to maximise return on investment and profitability is critical. A Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) investment is aiming to improve […]
Queensland farmers outline key priorities for agriculture ahead of State Budget
The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) and its peak body members, CANEGROWERS, Cotton Australia, Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers, eastAUSmilk and Greenlife Industry Queensland, have outlined the top priorities for Queensland agriculture ahead of this year’s state government budget which will be delivered on Tuesday, 23 June. These priorities include continued support for industry led workforce […]
Almarai prize for Food Security Research in Dryland Regions is valued at US$500,000 with entries now open
The Almarai Prize has officially opened, calling on leading research institutions, distinguished scientists, and global experts to nominate pioneering research that advances food security in the world’s driest regions. At its basis, the international Almarai Prize for Scientific Creativity invites leading global research institutions and PhD‑holding scientists to nominate standout research that advances food security […]
Livestock value will play a major role in 2026-27 season
Coming off a record result last year the value of livestock is still forecast at high levels for the 2026-27 season Livestock producers played a major role in the record farmgate value of $101.4 billion from last season and will be a major contributor in the 2026-27 season where agricultural production is expected to reach […]