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BlazeAid begins rebuild efforts in Lucindale community

BlazeAid begins rebuild efforts in Lucindale community

BlazeAid has set up camp at Yakka Park in Lucindale ready to help those hit hard in the Blackford blaze get back on their feet.

'Flash droughts' new climate change effect hitting rural Australia

'Flash droughts' new climate change effect hitting rural Australia

Regional Australia is already feeling the devastating impacts of climate change, including the new phenomenon of "flash droughts", a new report reveals.

Barnaby Joyce slams Coalition as 'marriage of convenience'

Barnaby Joyce slams Coalition as 'marriage of convenience'

The former party leader argues the Nationals should hold more power in the Coalition, highlighting Nationals cabinet ministers share responsibility for just 3.45 per cent of the total federal budget.

January sees price boost for grain

January sees price boost for grain

Grain prices have risen strongly through January, with concerns over a Russian wheat tax and world stocks front of mind.

'Flash droughts' new climate change effect hitting rural Australia

'Flash droughts' new climate change effect hitting rural Australia

Regional Australia is already feeling the devastating impacts of climate change, including the new phenomenon of "flash droughts", a new report reveals.

Latest grains knowledge on offer at Crystal Brook

Latest grains knowledge on offer at Crystal Brook

THE latest outcomes from grains R&D will be divulged at a Crystal Brook forum next month.

Keeping feed down for mouse bait to work

Keeping feed down for mouse bait to work

Farmers need to run down the sources of feed if they want bait to be effective in controlling mice according to experts.

Govt starts feral pig baiting on KI

Govt starts feral pig baiting on KI

Hoggone baits were delivered to KI in a purpose-built device, which excludes kangaroos.

Sale statistics reveal true popularity of regional property market

Sale statistics reveal true popularity of regional property market

The escape from the city to the country during the COVID-19 pandemic boosts long-term regional property returns.

Latest grains knowledge on offer at Crystal Brook

Latest grains knowledge on offer at Crystal Brook

THE latest outcomes from grains R&D will be divulged at a Crystal Brook forum next month.

January sees price boost for grain

January sees price boost for grain

Grain prices have risen strongly through January, with concerns over a Russian wheat tax and world stocks front of mind.

Govt starts feral pig baiting on KI

Govt starts feral pig baiting on KI

Hoggone baits were delivered to KI in a purpose-built device, which excludes kangaroos.

Barnaby Joyce slams Coalition as 'marriage of convenience'

Barnaby Joyce slams Coalition as 'marriage of convenience'

The former party leader argues the Nationals should hold more power in the Coalition, highlighting Nationals cabinet ministers share responsibility for just 3.45 per cent of the total federal budget.

Sale statistics reveal true popularity of regional property market

Sale statistics reveal true popularity of regional property market

The escape from the city to the country during the COVID-19 pandemic boosts long-term regional property returns.

Million-dollar boost for regional event fund

Million-dollar boost for regional event fund

The state government has allocated an additional $1 million in regional event funding.

What should beef's plan of attack be around false information?

What should beef's plan of attack be around false information?

Frustrations mount over Planet A climate change doco's representation of beef

Keeping feed down for mouse bait to work

Keeping feed down for mouse bait to work

Farmers need to run down the sources of feed if they want bait to be effective in controlling mice according to experts.

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Last Aussie-built Holden up for auction; rare Maloo going for more than $1m

Last Aussie-built Holden up for auction; rare Maloo going for more than $1m

Two Holdens are going under the hammer for big money

Eight visionaries, heroes and changemakers making us proud

Eight visionaries, heroes and changemakers making us proud

They helped us during COVID-19 and bushfires and advocated for health and equality issues. Meet the nominees for the 2021 Australian of the Year.

Heavyweight weaner prices dip, lightweights rise at Naracoorte |PHOTOS

Heavyweight weaner prices dip, lightweights rise at Naracoorte |PHOTOS

Heavy feeder steers may have been back at least 10c/kg at the final Naracoorte weaner sale for the season but light weight steers took another jump selling to $5.52/kg.

Local heroes stepping up to answer the call of their communities

Local heroes stepping up to answer the call of their communities

They provide a helping hand wherever it is needed, be it drought, COVID-19, finances or family violence.

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Bulk handlers happy across the east coast

Bulk handlers happy across the east coast

It was not just GrainCorp that reaped the benefits of the monster east coast harvest, with other bulk handlers reporting massive receivals.

Bega completes Lion acquisition

Bega completes Lion acquisition

Bega Cheese has finalised the acquisition of the Lion Dairy & Drinks business.

Markets suffer sharp decline

Markets suffer sharp decline

After a sharp rally, markets invariably fall, and that process began on Friday.

Passion helps guide path to success

Passion helps guide path to success

In my line of work, I am very fortunate to meet some amazing agribusiness owners.

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'Flash droughts' new climate change effect hitting rural Australia

'Flash droughts' new climate change effect hitting rural Australia

Regional Australia is already feeling the devastating impacts of climate change, including the new phenomenon of "flash droughts", a new report reveals.

Barnaby Joyce slams Coalition as 'marriage of convenience'

Barnaby Joyce slams Coalition as 'marriage of convenience'

The former party leader argues the Nationals should hold more power in the Coalition, highlighting Nationals cabinet ministers share responsibility for just 3.45 per cent of the total federal budget.

Scott Morrison won't accept 'preconditions' in exchange for China talks

Scott Morrison won't accept 'preconditions' in exchange for China talks

The PM called on John Howard and Kevin Rudd over China trade war.

'Lucky' biosecurity system needs overhaul before luck runs out

'Lucky' biosecurity system needs overhaul before luck runs out

"The industry feels like we've been lucky, and our fear is that our luck will run out."

Vaccine focus on coronavirus anniversary as nation gets ready for the big jab

Vaccine focus on coronavirus anniversary as nation gets ready for the big jab

All Australians wanting the COVID vaccine should get the jab by next October.

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A dying artform: water diviners few and far between

A dying artform: water diviners few and far between

WALKING across a parched paddock with a thick, hooped wire over one shoulder and a metal rod in one hand, Milendella farmer Roger Fiebig says he has received the odd quizzical look from passers by in the past five decades.

Flashback Friday - May 1998

Flashback Friday - May 1998

ANY readers from Broken Hill may recognise some of the faces from this week's Flashback Friday, where we delved back into the pages of May 1998.

Retired farmer, Australia's oldest man turns 111

Retired farmer, Australia's oldest man turns 111

Dexter Kruger has attributed his good health to living "a life in the bush in the country air".

Feed the Need program to help industry newcomers

Feed the Need program to help industry newcomers

Fourth-generation vegetable grower Anthony de Ieso, Thorndon Park Produce, has come up with a win-win-win situation, with his Feed the Need program.

Watsacowie beer showcasing barley from Minlaton farming families

Watsacowie beer showcasing barley from Minlaton farming families

GROWN just a stone's throw from Minlaton brewery Watsacowie, malting barley from the Glazbrook family is going from paddock to pint glass in an aim to showcase a local product made from local ingredients.

Fires inspire friendship

Fires inspire friendship

A chance meeting during the Cudlee Creek fires has since formed into a successful equine business partnership called Manes of Change.

Snoswell calls time on lengthy career

Snoswell calls time on lengthy career

Having started out as a livestock agent in his mid-teens, Nutrien Strathalbyn's highly-respected Richard Snoswell is retiring, 47 years later.

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Latest grains knowledge on offer at Crystal Brook

Latest grains knowledge on offer at Crystal Brook

THE latest outcomes from grains R&D will be divulged at a Crystal Brook forum next month.

Million-dollar boost for regional event fund

Million-dollar boost for regional event fund

The state government has allocated an additional $1 million in regional event funding.

Market drivers and opportunities atop grain forum agenda

Market drivers and opportunities atop grain forum agenda

OPPORTUNITIES for growth will be outlined at the GRDC Grains Research Update in Adelaide next month.

Workshops focus on grain trade and market access

Workshops focus on grain trade and market access

GPSA is holding a series of workshops next month focusing on grain trade and market access.

Popular Christmas trees help lift spirits

Popular Christmas trees help lift spirits

This year has been unprecedented for the Christmas tree industry.

Keith committee revs up for modified derby

Keith committee revs up for modified derby

Keith Diesel & Dirt Derby committee was devastated to have to cancel the 2020 event due to the COVID-19 pandemic but they are hoping Saturday, March 27 will see a return of a "toned down" event with a smaller crowd.

Community combines in KI fire rebuild

Community combines in KI fire rebuild

This month marks one year since devastating bushfires began wreaking havoc on the western half of Kangaroo Island.

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Peter Mailler says make room in your worry pool for things of importance

Peter Mailler says make room in your worry pool for things of importance

COMMENT: Farmer argues there is a need to worry about issues of importance and let others go.

Doug Anthony - remembering a political allstar

Doug Anthony - remembering a political allstar

Comment: Former leader of the Nationals in the Senate, Ron Boswell AO reflects on some key moments with the late Doug Anthony.

Some surprises in world grains stocks outlined in latest global estimates

Some surprises in world grains stocks outlined in latest global estimates

COMMENT: Some surprises emerged from latest USDA world grain supply and demand report.

NFF says national problems should be dealt with nationally and in a united fashion

NFF says national problems should be dealt with nationally and in a united fashion

COMMENT: As we get more acquainted with COVID-19 we must get smarter in our response.

Pain relief is delivering an animal welfare revolution | Opinion

Pain relief is delivering an animal welfare revolution | Opinion

The Australian livestock sector is undergoing an on-farm animal welfare revolution, thanks to pain relief.

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Popularity jumps: what next for kangaroo meat?

Popularity jumps: what next for kangaroo meat?

What is the future for kangaroo meat? POLL

Will country shows go ahead in 2021? | POLL

Will country shows go ahead in 2021? | POLL

While most country show organisers are making plans to hold events in 2021, the potential for further COVID-19 restrictions has left many proceeding with caution.

Is Australia well-placed for UK/EU trade negotiations?

Is Australia well-placed for UK/EU trade negotiations?

What next for Australia's trade markets? | POLL

Has SA learnt from previous catastrophic bushfires?

Has SA learnt from previous catastrophic bushfires?

What lessons have we learnt from previous summers? POLL

Have silos closures led to longer waits?

Have silos closures led to longer waits?

How have grain deliveries been for you? POLL