EVER since the first settlers arrived, agriculture has been a critically important sector for our state, feeding our growing population, contributing to the economy and providing vital employment opportunities.

Angus cattle were the obvious choice for a mixed farming property near Robe where the cattle were to not be a nuisance.

Donald Cossart will travel great distances across Australia for the right Angus bulls.

A total of 67 studs representing 13 different breeds will feature across the four days of Stock Journal Beef Week 2019 commencing on February 1.

There is plenty to be pleased about on the agricultural land sales front, with strong demand for property being driven by solid commodity prices, the cost of finance at the lowest levels most people have seen and growing demand for Australian products.

On behalf of the 2018 Eyre Peninsula Field Day Committee, I would like to extend a warm welcome to the 21st biennial Eyre Peninsula Field Days.

nrmFARM is providing producers with a free online farm records management tool.

The tractor industry is expected to remain strong.

FIGURES from the weekly Australian Fodder Industry Association National Hay Report show a steady hay market in SA, with prices not expected to change dramatically for a number of weeks.