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Strike cattle tick before the spring rise

Sept. 4, 2024 | 4 min read
Early season treatment with an effective, residual acaricide is an important method of preventing the build-up of tick populations on cattle and pasture.
Merchandise

Enhancing the natural potential of crops

Sept. 3, 2024 | 2 min read
Global fertiliser manufacturer, Yara, has entered the rapidly-growing biostimulants market with the release of its new YaraAmplix range in Australia.
Management

Publicly recognising team achievements boosts culture

Sept. 2, 2024 | 3 min read
To state the obvious, a surefire way to improve productivity and employee engagement is the holy grail all companies are looking for.
Merchandise

A big win in resistance fight

Sept. 1, 2024 | 4 min read
Trials of new, alternative mode of action herbicides against grass and broadleaf weeds along fence lines are demonstrating safe, long-term control of these weed populations, also providing a breakthrough in herbicide resistance management.
Rural Business

APVMA decisions on paraquat/diquat

Aug. 31, 2024 | 4 min read
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has published its proposed decisions on the reconsiderations of paraquat and diquat, non-selective herbicides used to control weeds in various agricultural, horticultural, and commercial situations.
Rural Business

Zoetis continues rural mental health support

Aug. 30, 2024 | 3 min read
With a commitment of $800,000 over the last eight years, Zoetis has been a steadfast supporter of Beyond Blue's vital services, which have seen more than 300,000 individuals reach out for assistance in 2023 alone.
Rural Business

Can drones provide early warning of herbicide resistance?

Aug. 29, 2024 | 3 min read
Finding time to scout for weeds or monitor paddocks after a spray application is almost impossible as growers are typically managing larger cropping areas than ever before.
Rural Business

Heat is on for chickpea research

Aug. 28, 2024 | 3 min read
Fast-tracking the development of chickpea varieties adapted to high temperatures is the focus of a new research project aimed at addressing the challenges facing growers of Australia’s biggest pulse crop.
Rural Business

Stay up to date with new resistance strategies

Aug. 27, 2024 | 2 min read
Climate change poses one of the most significant challenges to pest management and agricultural production Australian farmers and horticultural growers have faced.
Rural Business

Understanding fall armyworm

Aug. 27, 2024 | 5 min read
A high prevalence of fall armyworm in Queensland earlier this year has been a steep learning curve for growers and agronomists, who are working hard to understand the pest’s impact in Australian farming systems.
On The Move

Joules joins Rabobank Down Under

Aug. 26, 2024 | 1 min read
Rabobank has announced the appointment of Paul Joules to its team of Australian and New Zealand research analysts.
On The Move

Delbridge joins global seed board

Aug. 25, 2024 | 1 min read
Australian Seed Federation (ASF) chief executive Katherine Delbridge has been appointed to the board of the International Seed Federation (ISF).
On The Move

Datamars strengthens team

Aug. 25, 2024 | 2 min read
Territory manager Tyler Geist and Territory manager Louise Ryrie
Rural Business

Pharmsmart Animal Health takes control of its destiny

Aug. 25, 2024 | 3 min read
Pharmsmart Animal Health has taken the bold step of establishing its own large-scale manufacturing facility on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast to ensure the business has much greater control of its growth and service to clients.
On The Move

New team members at Granular Products

Aug. 23, 2024 | 2 min read
GRANULAR PRODUCTS APPOINTMENTS O’GRADY Mick O’Grady: Technical sales specialist for north Queensland and Northern Territory GRANULAR PRODUCTS APPOINTMENTS GREEN Lou Green: Technical sales specialist New South Wales

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Canberra commits to national food security
Cattle industry supports guidelines
MOU strengthens grain research
Stronger Rainbow ready to shine for Australian Industry
Fungus the frontline in flebane fight
Winter pastures & forage Insights
Winter cropping Insights
Adjuvants & spray application Insights
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