Weed management is costing farmers billions for expensive chemicals
The direct cost of Pests and weed chemicals combined with production losses is costing farmers a combined $5.3 billion a year With three record seasons in a row for grain croppers and high prices for livestock, our local farm industry should be creating countless millionaire farmers each season. But that’s not the reality. Instead, a […]
RBA Governor shows true grit to raise rates by a further 0.25% to hit 4.35%
With the distraction of the general public, taking time out to watch the running of the 163rd Melbourne Cup the Reserve Bank of Australia Board (RBA) has taken a swipe at lingering inflation by raising the base cash rate by 0.25% to a 12-year high of 4.35%. The biggest takeaway from the rate rise is […]
RIC Act offering $4.075 billion loans to farm and farm-related small businesses under review
Farmers and agribusinesses will have the chance to provide feedback on the products and service delivery of the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) and the effectiveness of concessional loans through an upcoming independent statutory review. Assistant Secretary Andrew O’Sullivan said the review of the Regional Investment Corporation Act 2018 (RIC Act) would be a chance to […]
Tatu speed disc combats weeds and prepares a seedbed in a single pass
With every grower seeking improved crop yields the Tatu speed disk has been positioned to knock out weeds and improve nutrient management The Tatu speed disc has struck a chord with growers concentrating on achieving better yields through smarter soil management. And as part of the approach, it means cutting back on weeds from the […]
GME adds a safety aspect with wireless push-to-talk UHF CB radio accessory
With the release of the first of its kind wireless module to connect a UHF CB radioto Bluetooth® GME adds safe hands free access Australia’s leading communication and safety brand, GME, has successfully launched a wireless push-to-talk UHF CB radio accessory, the XRS-BT1. The all-new XRS-BT1 is the latest addition to GME’s extensive range of […]
ABARES Outlook Conference open for early bird registration
Bookings for the ABARES Outlook Conference are in full swing and a discount for an early bird registration is the best option Registrations are open for the 2024 ABARES Outlook Conference at the Hyatt Hotel Canberra ACT, that will reveal new-look session formats and hybrid participation for the first time. The event runs on the […]
Getting the Murray–Darling Basin Plan back on track according to the Productivity Commission
Improved accountability would boost progress on the Murray–Darling Basin Plan, according to the Productivity Commission. The interim report of the 2023 Murray–Darling Basin Plan implementation review finds the Australian Government’s recently proposed extension of the Basin Plan timeframes is necessary but won’t be enough. “In the five years since the last Commission review, very little progress has […]
Victoria is now the best performing economy in the CommSec State of the States report
It will surprise many Victorians to learn they live in the best performing economy, but that’s the word according to figures released in the theCommSec State of the States report where for the first time in over a year, Victoria is the country’s number one. Strong economic activity, solid retail spending and business investment catapulted […]
WIA release next generation highly portable welders for the workshop and farm
Catch this next generation of WIA welders built with digital platforms and offering extensive functions and a 3-year warranty ideal for the rural market For decades WIA equipment has been established as offering reliable welding solutions for farming, applications, and now, WIA’s next generation range is set to exceed the reliability and performance standards set […]
John Deere has a defined vision for local farmers and that’s to succeed
Luke Chandler the Managing Director of John Deere Australia and New Zealand has outlined unprecedented support of $100 billion in farm gate produce by 2030 In a time of record sales of Tractors and farm machinery, John Deere management has asserted its position as the number one retailer in the sector in our local market, […]