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Vayego Forte banana weevil borer weapon

Dec. 21, 2022 | 3 min read
The cost of not controlling banana weevil borer for growers in north Queensland is significant, with the damage caused by the pest having the ability to reduce bunch size and yields, and cause plant loss.
Merchandise - Summer cropping

Slug and snail warning: Don’t wait to bait!

Dec. 21, 2022 | 5 min read
Crop establishment, particularly of canola, is critical to maximise yield potential. Diligent planning to protect seeds and seedlings from slugs and snails should be top of mind in 2023 based on lessons learned in 2022.
Merchandise

Soft approach pays off in macadamias

Dec. 21, 2022 | 3 min read
A decision to switch to products that are safer to beneficial insects has worked particularly well for Bundaberg macadamia grower Andrew Lewis.
Management

Tips for navigating the unrelenting uncertainty

Dec. 20, 2022 | 3 min read
Rural Australia is a living text book of managing uncertainty. And yet again, amidst extraordinary weather and resulting floods, we find ourselves reeling with even more uncertainty, writes Dr Kate Burke.
Fertilisers - Merchandise

Great onion crops for SA growers

Dec. 20, 2022 | 2 min read
A capacity to grow great crops of onions in some challenging conditions, provides its own rewards for Jarryd Dolling of Dolling Produce in the south-east region of South Australia.
Rural Business

Moree named Nutrien branch of the year

Dec. 19, 2022 | 3 min read
What better way to mark National Ag Day for Nutrien Ag Solutions Moree, which has been recognised for its performance and contribution to the agriculture industry at last month’s Nutrien Ag Solutions Gala Dinner and Awards night.
Rural Business

CropLife President's Contribution Award

Dec. 18, 2022 | 2 min read
The CropLife Australia President's Awards for Extraordinary Contribution to the plant science industry recipients were recently announced as part of the official reception following the 2022 CropLife Members' Forum.
Rural Business

AgLink hosts Supplier Appreciation Event

Dec. 17, 2022 | 5 min read
After an absence of two years because of COVID, AgLink Australia held its popular end of year Supplier Appreciation Event to recognise the efforts and support of the group’s partner suppliers over the past twelve months.
Rural Business

FMC hosts third National Ag Day event

Dec. 16, 2022 | 4 min read
FMC's hosted its third annual National Ag Day lunch, bringing together agribusiness, peak industry organisations, a major supermarket chain, and agtech companies – all supporting the theme of sustaining innovation in agriculture.
Rural Business

Seeds professional program launched

Dec. 16, 2022 | 2 min read
The Australian Seed Federation (ASF) has launched the first education, training and professional development program specifically tailored for the seed industry in Australia.
Rural Business

Elanco inks Rural Aid partnership deal

Dec. 15, 2022 | 2 min read
Following an unprecedented incidence of natural disasters, Elanco has entered an initial three-year financial partnership with national charity, Rural Aid to help build the resilience of rural and regional Australia.
Rural Business

$100,000 Zoetis gift to help Beyond Blue

Dec. 14, 2022 | 4 min read
Zoetis has reached its goal of raising $100,000 for the Beyond Blue Support Service to support good mental health and reduce suicide rates across rural Australia.
Rural Business

Nutrien’s $150,000 flood support pledge

Dec. 14, 2022 | 3 min read
Floods and severe weather are continuing to impact communities throughout New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania with 135 local government areas experiencing flooding in recent months.
On The Move

Pasture Trials Network head

Dec. 13, 2022 | 2 min read
The Pasture Trials Network (PTN) recently appointed Tony Butler as executive officer for the organisation.
On The Move

FMC appoints new ANZ MD

Dec. 12, 2022 | 2 min read
FMC Corporation has named Eric Kalasz as the managing director of its business in Australia and New Zealand, effective 15 November 2022.

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