Disease testing a tactic in battle to control rabbits
Community members will continue to be able to access free testing services for rabbits and hares, thanks to an Australian Government funded national disease monitoring program.
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SunRice targets drought affected markets of US and Europe
The SunRice Group has been awarded the Agribusiness, Food and Beverages Award at the 61st Australian Export Awards.
Hydrogen can help Australia hit net zero carbon emissions
Hydrogen can help Australia hit net-zero carbon emissions and become a green energy superpower – but only if it gets targeted government support.
Range of world class biological inputs to increase under new partnership
Southern NSW bio-stimulant and bio-fertiliser manufacturer New Edge Microbials has formed a partnership with Lallemand Plant Care, the global bio-control and bio-fertiliser business unit of Lallemand Inc.
SA Sheep Industry Fund invests $100,000 in aerial culling of feral deer
Livestock SA has welcomed the release of the new 10-year strategic plan for the South Australian Feral Deer Eradication Program.
Boom in goat exports to China with record export volume
Australia is the largest exporter of goatmeat in the world, and in the July–September quarter of 2023 goat slaughter, production and exports all lifted markedly from already high levels compared to the past several years.
NSW livestock producers reminded to vaccinate cattle and sheep against anthrax
Livestock producers who manage properties where anthrax has previously occurred and in areas bordered by Bourke and Moree in the north, to Albury and Deniliquin in the south, are being reminded to vaccinate their cattle and sheep against anthrax.
Safety warning issued for LG solar lithium-ion batteries in farm solar energy systems
Following a recommendation by the ACCC, a national safety warning notice has been issued to warn consumers of fire risks associated with recalled LG solar lithium-ion batteries which are installed in solar energy systems across the country.
Demonstration trials aimed at increasing soil moisture under drought conditions
Drought is an inevitable part of farming in Australia and Riverine Plains is aiming to help farmers improve their drought resilience though a significant project that is taking research from small plot trials and testing it on farms across Southern NSW.
Landcare blueprint for the next decade launched in Victoria
The backbone of Victorian Landcare, Landcare Victoria Inc., has released the landcare community’s first 10-year plan and warned that a key part of Victoria’s response to biodiversity loss and climate change is at risk without longer-term and greater funding.
Funds available for safety benefits in heavy vehicle freight industry
Submissions are now open for round nine of the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI), to fund new projects that will boost heavy vehicle safety and deliver tangible improvements for industry.
Operation Forager to combat fatigue related heavy vehicle crashes
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is partnering with police across the country to conduct a national operation to combat fatigue related heavy vehicle crashes this holiday season.
