AMID Treasurer Rob Lucas's "hard hat, hi-vis budget", there's one set of figures I can't ignore - the downward trajectory of expenditure within PIRSA.

Livestock processing isn't just returning to Murray Bridge, it's likely returning in a form we haven't seen before.

THIS has been an exciting time for the sheep industry, with saleyard records falling at a pace we could barely keep up with, and state records also being set three weeks in a row.

THE Department of Agriculture and Water Resources' decision to allow grain imports for the first time in more than a decade has sparked the ire of many Australian graingrowers.

I'LL be the first to admit I was completely blindsided by the federal election result.

READING through comments from the SA farmers that completed our election survey, it's clear there's an awful lot of dissatisfaction with our political process.

SORELY-NEEDED improvements to SA's Dog Fence have progressed closer to becoming a reality, with the federal government allocating $10 million towards the $25m total repair bill.

WHEN entering into any form of debate, it's important to take the time to ensure you understand the position and arguments of those with differing views.

EVERY year when I attend my local Anzac Day dawn service, I think about how fortunate I am to live the life I do.

THE federal election campaign only officially began last week, although it feels like it's unofficially been going on for months.