Invasive species cost NSW $1.9 billion annually

Oct. 24, 2024 | 2 min read
Invasive species are already costing NSW at least $1.9 billion per year, and without major reform this could balloon to $29.7 billion per year by 2030, a new, scathing report has found.

Australian cotton planting underway

Oct. 24, 2024 | 2 min read
Planting is underway across much of Australia’s cotton growing regions with some crops already out of the ground in warmer climates, some growers holding back for warmer weather while some in tropical areas won’t be planting until rain begins to fall.

Regen farming unlocks potential

Oct. 23, 2024 | 2 min read
There’s been a surge in the number of farmers pooling their resources with their neighbours to aggregate their market power and capitalise on economic and environmental impacts of regenerative farming.

Hi-tech spy gear targets bumblebee secrets

Oct. 23, 2024 | 2 min read
Bumblebees in Tasmania are being geared up with micro radio transmitters and cameras to help scientists uncover their environmental impact and crucial role in crop pollination.

Changes to fertiliser description and code of practice

Sept. 26, 2024 | 2 min read
Have you heard the fertiliser description and labelling code of practice (CoP) has been updated to include new technologies like nitrogen inhibitors?

Australian crop production under threat

Sept. 25, 2024 | 2 min read
Grain Producers Australia RD&E spokesperson Andrew Weidemann says the future of these practices employed to protect the environment are on the line if critical tools, such as paraquat and diqaut, are removed from the toolbox.

CSU launches $30 million biosecurity hub

Sept. 24, 2024 | 4 min read
Australia’s defence against crippling biosecurity threats was strengthened with the recent launch of the Charles Sturt University Biosecurity Hub (the Hub), a co-investment in research and training of almost $30 million to enhance the nation’s biosecurity defences, protecting our food, farms and communities.

UNISQ Drought focus

Sept. 23, 2024 | 2 min read
Drought is an enduring feature of the Australian landscape with significant economic, social, and environmental impacts. That’s why the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ), in partnership with the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF), has hosted a series of workshops to assist broadacre farmers across Queensland and New South Wales.

Grochem Australia rebrands to 7 Worlds Ag

Sept. 22, 2024 | 2 min read
New name same great service, Grochem Australia has changed their name to 7 Worlds Ag.

Record number graduate cotton program

Sept. 22, 2024 | 2 min read
Participants in the 2024 Australia Future Cotton Leaders Program (AFCLP) have formally graduated after an intense program featuring face-to-face forums, interactive online discussions, one-on-one coaching and integration with industry activities.

Bayer releases XtendFlex for cotton industry

Sept. 5, 2024 | 3 min read
Bayer has announced the commercial release of XtendFlex herbicide tolerance technology in XtendFlex cotton in Australia, along with the approval of XtendiMax 2 Herbicide with VapourGrip Technology for over-the-top use in XtendFlex cotton, offering Australian cotton growers unparalleled flexibility and options in weed management strategies.

GPA still wants biosecurity overhaul

Aug. 21, 2024 | 2 min read
Grain Producers Australia says taking steps to ensure all parties to Australia’s robust biosecurity system contribute to management costs should be at the forefront of Canberra’s efforts in this area.

Buffel grass declared weed in NT

Aug. 21, 2024 | 2 min read
The Invasive Species Council has welcomed news buffel grass has finally been declared a weed in the Northern Territory, following a similar declaration by South Australia in 2015.

Vaccine trial shows tick promise

Aug. 20, 2024 | 2 min read
A vaccine developed at The University of Queensland has proven highly effective in early trials to address one of the country’s top cattle pests.

Climate farmers rack up big win

Aug. 20, 2024 | 1 min read
Farmers for Climate Action has welcomed strong recommendations from the Senate Environment and Communications References Committee on carbon capture and storage, following US coal giant Glencore’s attempt to store coal waste underground in the Great Artesian Basin.