Brandt chaser bins deliver the capacity and speed you need at harvest
Brandt has released DXT dual-auger chaser bins to increase productivity at harvest while offering more cost efficiency During a fast-paced harvest, there’s no time to spare and growers need as much assistance as possible, that’s prompted Brandt to release its range of DXT dual-auger Chaser bins with bin capacities ranging from 31.2 to 68 tonnes […]
3G telecom network closure delayed until at least late October 2024
Telstra and Optus have delayed the closure of their 3G networks until late October over concerns of service blackspots, especially in regional, remote and First Nations communities. RMIT telecommunications expert Associate Professor Mark Gregory an expert in telecommunications, security and networking for more than 20 years helps to explain why the 3G shutdown has been so controversial. “There […]
John Deere 6M tractor range adds bigger and faster models
The latest set of upgrades for John Deere’s MY2025 6M tractor range includes ways to fully customise a model to suit any operation John Deere’s 6M tractor range is known for offering some of the most popular model choices and the line-up has been extended even further with major updates for MY2025 models. There is […]
Mount Isa Rodeo Festival is where legends are made
The Queensland Outback was the setting for the biggest rodeo in the country and it attracted riders and ropers from just about everywhere The world-famous red dust of the legendary Mount Isa Rodeo in the Queensland Outback has called riders and ropers for 65 years and 2024 was up there with the best events of […]
Alpaca Show has Bendigo in a spin across a three day showcase
The Australian Alpaca National Show is on now with free entry to witness the best Alpacas have to offer The Australian Alpaca Association (AAA) is in full swing with the return of the Australian Alpaca National Show running from 16 to 18 August at the Bendigo Showgrounds. This is the premier event of the Australian […]
Bourgault celebrates 50 Years of seeding innovation improvements
Bourgault has been a major influence on the further development of seeding bars cultivators and air carts since 1974 Bourgault has been an integral part of expanding crop plantings in Australia since 1995 but the company’s history in providing industry-leading seeding equipment dates back 50 years. This is an impressive feat that seeding industry leader […]
Local Energy Hubs build up traction for gaining farmer support
In the shift to capture renewable energy the case for local energy hub centres would make it easier for many participants A campaign urging the government to invest in ‘Local Energy Hubs’ has kicked off today, supported by three regional farmers who have experienced the shift to renewable energy. Three commercial operations, RE-Alliance, Community Power […]
WiseConn drop control automation offers precise water monitoring
The WiseConn drop control method gives growers remote access to irrigation systems more effectively to allow total monitoring WiseConn is now offering its water monitoring system here and has already collected the winning trophy for Best in Water, Aquaculture & Fisheries at the Australian Agritech awards for 2024. The company won the award for its […]
OTR Duals keep farmers working through the wettest conditions
There is no need to get bogged down due to wet conditions as OTR has tyres wheels and axle duals set-ups readily available for every tractor With unprecedented rain events right across the country, farmers are turning to OTR – Tyres Wheels Axles and their dual kit set-up to get them through a lead-up to […]
Winter crop 2024-25 harvest expectations from state growing regions
With expectations of at least the third best harvest of all time we take a closer look at what each region can expect to harvest With national winter crop production expected to top 51.3 million tonnes, we take a closer look at what each state is predicted to add to the harvest. Improved production outcomes […]