Young, female ‘agri-prenuers’ undertake agri-tech adventure
Young, female agri-prenuers from across regional Queensland have come together at the 2025 GrowHer competition to claim their Gatton AgTech Showcase prizes.
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Significant declines in Merino fleece and skirtings catch most sellers off guard
Merino fleece experienced wild MPG movements across selling centres. While premiums for the 1618.5 µ categories were evaporating, this could partly be explained by differences in selection, storage location, or a realignment of price disparities between centres from previous weeks.
Nation on track to harvest 62.8 million tonnes of winter crop
Australia is forecast to harvest a larger winter grain crop this year, with Rabobank estimating total volumes to reach 62.8 million tonnes in its just-released annual 2025/26 Australian Winter Crop Forecast.
Free water monitoring devices to help compliance with metering rules
The rollout of free state-of-the-art water monitoring devices for up to 2,500 water users has kicked into high gear after the NSW Government awarded businesses Goanna Ag and Kallipr the tender to supply and install the equipment across inland regions of the state.
Accurate predictions of crop yield up and production risks up to four months before sowing
A system developed at The University of Queensland is offering accurate predictions of crop yield and farm production risks up to 4 months before sowing.
Hamish Chandler steps into role as interim CEO at Herefords Australia
Herefords Australia have appointed researcher Hamish Chandler to the interim role of chief executive officer upon the resignation of Alastair James just 12 months into the position.
WA sheep producers receive $40 million in funding to help with live trade phase out
Funding is now available to Western Australian sheep producers and processors to build capacity under the $40 million Supply Chain Capacity Program.
Key tender opportunities now open for Beef Australia 2027
Beef Australia CEO Simon Irwin says preparations for Beef Australia 2027 are gaining momentum, with the release of key tender opportunities forming a significant part of the planning process.
Merino fleece markets open 30c clean dearer on fear of lower production forecast
Merino Fleece saw the northern markets open up to 30c clean dearer and continue that trend on Wednesday with the 18.5µ and coarser adding another 10-15c.
World-class, reliable and efficient DNA testing solution for Wagyu
The Australian Wagyu Association (AuWA) has confirmed Weatherbys as a new genotyping provider, delivering the Weatherbys 85K SNP chip for Parent Verification, Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) and reporting of recessive conditions.
Extra $1 billion in new loan funding to help farm businesses respond to drought
Months of hard-fought advocacy have paid off, with the Federal Government committing to the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) beyond June 2026 with an extra $1 billion in new loan funding to help farm businesses become more resilient and respond to drought conditions.
Su McClusky appointed as interim CEO of National Farmers Federation
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is pleased to announce Su McCluskey as interim Chief Executive, effective September 1.
