A new era of affordable on-farm connectivity

Dec. 1, 2025 | 2 min read
Gasbot, an Australian-based industrial IoT product developer, has announced the launch of Agbot 3.0, its third generation of ‘Agbot’, marking a significant advancement in remote on-farm liquid monitoring.

Bovine Versa accesses beef traits

Nov. 29, 2025 | 3 min read
Weatherbys Scientific has launched its new Bovine Versa 85K SNP chip in Australia and New Zealand, giving breeders access to even more traits essential to beef cattle production and accelerated genetic improvement.

BASF launches vitamin A and D3 product for animal nutrition

Nov. 26, 2025 | 2 min read
BASF is launching Lutavit A/D3 1000/200 NXT – a next-generation vitamin formulation – which combines vitamin A and vitamin D3 in a single, microencapsulated form.

Preparing healthy feedlot cattle – the respiratory advantage

Nov. 25, 2025 | 5 min read
As the Australian beef industry shifts towards more feedlotting, ensuring young cattle arrive healthy and resilient is essential for optimal productivity and animal welfare.

Esplanade – a smart approach to vegetation management

Nov. 25, 2025 | 3 min read
Unchecked weeds aren’t just a nuisance – they’re a risk.

Overwatch herbicide incentive offers growers a valuable insight

Nov. 20, 2025 | 2 min read
Annual ryegrass resistance continues to challenge Australian growers, making informed herbicide decisions more critical than ever.

Farmer avoids mud and saves feed with new shelters

Nov. 3, 2025 | 4 min read
People often tell Kevin Jones that there’s money in mud when it comes to farming – but he’s never seen it.

Know before you sow: ASF champions quality and integrity

Oct. 30, 2025 | 4 min read
The Australian Seed Federation (ASF) is reinforcing the importance of seed quality, transparency, and respect for plant breeders’ rights (PBR) in building a resilient and trusted agricultural sector.

Hay could pay for northern NSW farmers this season

Oct. 30, 2025 | 2 min read
Farmers across the northern NSW region are encouraged to enter the hay market by harnessing unused farmland and diverse seeds.

precision sucker control across vineyards, orchards, and rubus crops

Oct. 29, 2025 | 3 min read
In the face of rising labour costs and increasing disease pressure, Spotlight Plus Herbicide has emerged as a vital tool for growers seeking efficient, targeted sucker control across a wide range of horticultural systems.

Keybri Ultra - a new standard in downy mildew protection for grapes

Oct. 23, 2025 | 5 min read
Consistency is the key when keeping downy mildew out of grape crops, making Keybri Ultra a powerful choice in unpredictable seasons.

Practical tips for using Butec

Oct. 23, 2025 | 4 min read
Butec is an oral transmucosal form of meloxicam, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication. Meloxicam has been used for years, in many situations, in veterinary medicine and this formulation provides an over-the-counter option registered for the alleviation of pain associated with routine husbandry procedure in cattle and sheep.

New 4-in-1 treatment for treating superficial wounds

Oct. 22, 2025 | 2 min read
Dechra Veterinary Products has released a new anaesthetic and antiseptic spray that provides 4-in-1 pain relief and wound care for horses with superficial skin wounds.

Effective control of St John’s Wort

Oct. 20, 2025 | 2 min read
The hilly country of Kuloo Station, at Cassilis, in the Hunter region of NSW, has meant controlling weeds has been a challenge.

Strategic tick control starts with Acatak Duostar

Sept. 26, 2025 | 4 min read
Cattle tick is one of the most economically significant parasites in the Australian beef industry. If left untreated, cattle tick populations on cattle and pasture can build rapidly, making early season treatment critical for effective cattle tick management.