Institute for Future Farming Systems reaches milestone in farm research
CQUniversity’s Institute for Future Farming Systems (IFFS) looks back over 10 years of research and development CQUniversity’s Institute for Future Farming Systems (IFFS) has marked a decade of delivering practical research that’s helping shape the future both here and around the world. Established in 2015 with a vision to support northern Australia’s agricultural industries, IFFS […]
John Deere 9RX Series tractors open access to high speed and performance
The first John Deere 9RX Series tractors arrived just in time to plant 55,000 hectares of wheat and chickpeas near the New South Wales-Queensland border Cleveland Agriculture is the first farm operation to get delivery and put John Deere 9RX Series tractors to work in Australia. It was a formidable sight when two tractors that […]
Rabobank reduces variable base rate for rural loans by 0.25 per cent
Rabobank Australia will lower the variable base rate on its rural loans by 0.25% per annum, effective 22 August 2025. This follows the Reserve Bank of Australia’s decision to cut the official cash rate (OCR) by 0.25%, announced yesterday. Rabobank group executive for Country Banking Australia Marcel van Doremaele said the bank was pleased to […]
Not even Genghis Khan could withhold a rate reduction as reserve bank drops base rate to 3.6%
Following the disappointment of 97% of financial commentators at the previous RBA meeting in July when they assured a rate cut was imminent, The Reserve Bank has relented at its August board meeting today and delivered the third interest rate cut of 2025, with a 0.25 percentage point reduction in the base rate. The base […]
Young ag leadership award finalists will set the stage at Royal Adelaide Show
The National Rural Ambassador Award contested by representatives from each state will be announced in September at the Royal Adelaide Show Australia’s brightest emerging agricultural leaders are gearing up for the National Rural Ambassador Award finals in September, where the future of rural leadership will take centre stage at the Royal Adelaide Show. This prestigious competition, […]
AgriTourism Summit explores the power of opening farm gates for paying visitors
The highly anticipated second annual AgriTourism Summit searches for more ways farm operations can increase revenue while welcoming visitors Currently running in the vibrant Orange NSW region from 12 to 13 August 2025 with expert speakers and hands-on learning experiences, the dedicated AgriTourism Summit bringing together farmers, government leaders, and changemakers to explore the power […]
Chicken breeders industry looks to the future with a highly experienced CEO posting
The Australian Chicken Growers’ Council (ACGC) has announced the appointment of Mr David Inall as its Chief Executive Officer, bringing more than three decades of leadership experience across the agricultural and grocery sectors, positioning the ACGC to navigate upcoming industry challenges and opportunities. Owen Shaw, Chairman of ACGC, said the timing of David’s arrival is […]
O’Connors adds its might to the CNH badge consolidation with dealer acquisition
The New Holland badge is being integrated into the Super dealer network of O’Connors through a takeover of the Bellevue Machinery yards For the very first time, O’Connors will be selling New Holland models alongside their famed sister stable Case IH models. O’Connors powers up its dealer footprint with the acquisition of New Holland dealerships […]
Canegrowers on display to showcase the sweet side of sugar industry
Make sure you take a look at the Canegrowers stand at EKKA where a set of headphones takes you into the daily life of a grower Sugarcane will take centre stage at the Royal Queensland Show (EKKA) from 9 to 17 August at the Brisbane Showgrounds, with CANEGROWERS on hand to give visitors a first-hand […]
Cotton Grower of the Year awards for 2025 show depth of talent
The cotton industry awards were announced at the Awards Dinner during the Cotton Collective 2025 held in Toowoomba QLD The awards night for Cotton growers was well timed, with production for season 2024-25 estimated to increase by 12% to 1.2 million tonnes, driven by the 10% rise to 519,000/ha of ground planted and expected near-record […]