Spicy cash crop options open up for first time following successful trials
Farmers seeking cash crop alternatives may well find what they need from the results of trials currently underway with sesame kalonji and fennel Efforts to spice up crop growing options are gathering pace with this season’s trials of kalonji and fennel proving to be some of the best performing to date. Researchers from CQUniversity’s Institute […]
AgriFutures Rice panel is set to shape the future of rice growing
AgriFutures Australia has formed the Rice Research Development and Extension (RD&E) panel to drive forward a successful growing strategy The Rice RD&E Panel marks a significant milestone in the evolution of the Australian rice industry, as this strategic advisory group is designed to guide research, innovation and investment moving forward. This Panel could greatly assist […]
Cereal hay research reveals some growers take the wrong approach
Surprising results include how some cereal varieties produce higher-quality hay when cut later than previously adopted traditional cutting time Everything you thought you knew about producing quality cereal hay has been uprooted according to recent research. Leading agronomic researcher and consultant, Mick Faulkner from Agrilink Agricultural Consultants in South Australia, has presented ground-breaking findings […]
National Farm Safety Week is a reminder to practise caution around all heavy vehicles
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is joining its partners this National Farm Safety Week, 20 to 26 July, in highlighting the importance of heavy vehicle safety across the agricultural sector. The initiative from Farmsafe Australia is sharing an important message as part of its 2025 theme: ‘Second Chances – Who Knows How Many You’ll Get?’ […]
Freshwater plant and algae with methane-reducing ability for livestock feed
Methane reducing properties of red seaweed has prompted a research team led by Deakin University to examine freshwater stock feed alternatives A mix of algae scooped out of a Victorian waterway and a species of amphibious grass plucked from a stream have both been found to reduce methane production by up to 24%. The discovery […]
Farm Safety Week spotlights safer use of farm plant and equipment
While farm safety week highlights the dangers and pitfalls to watch out for farm operations need to heed safety all throughout the year Riverina grain grower Roy Hamilton understands the challenges that come with working on-farm, the veteran grower has known some ‘near misses’ in his time and is an outspoken advocate for farm safety. […]
National research program promising $2 million to scale up Sesame production
AgriFutures Australia says it will invest $2 million into a new five-year national program of research to scale-up production of sesame as a high-value crop for growers AgriFutures Australia points out that the rapidly growing global market of Sesame is predicted to hit $26 billion by 2025, and all of the Sesame consumed in Australia […]
AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award National finalists revealed for 2023
The role of women in agriculture is highlighted with the selection of seven national finalists from respective states and territories across the country Seven remarkable women have been recognised for their contribution to Australia’s rural and emerging industries, businesses and communities by being named national finalists of the 2023 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award. The seven […]
Agriculture career opportunities boosted by a $1.3 million grant to AgriFutures Australia
The Federal Government is providing $1.3 million towards new research that aims to bolster agriculture’s capacity to attract and retain workers. The research is to be undertaken by AgriFutures Australia and is expected to support agricultural employers and businesses to better target recruitment and retention of workers. Challenging outdated perceptions of modern agricultural work is critical […]