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New faces for IFPA board

July 2, 2025 | 2 min read
The International Fresh Produce Association ANZ (IFPA ANZ) has appointed two prominent leaders from distinct sectors of the fresh produce and floral industry to its board.
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Scientific and on-farm expertise for BCG Board

July 2, 2025 | 2 min read
Birchip Cropping Group (BCG) has announced the appointment of Dr Marisa Collins and Giles Cunningham to the board, bringing deep scientific, educational and on-ground production expertise to help shape the future direction of the organisation.
Agribusiness - News

Pollination pressure a concern

July 1, 2025 | 4 min read
Potential declines in bee populations due to varroa mite infestation could jeopardise Australian horticultural production, Rabobank says in a newly released report.
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New service head at HortInnovation

July 1, 2025 | 1 min read
Hort Innovation has welcomed Louise Pavihi as its new head of service.
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Key moves at Elanco

June 30, 2025 | 2 min read
Elanco Animal Health has announced key leadership appointments it says will strengthen its commitment to customers and partners in the Pacific rim region.
Agribusiness - News

Australian insect industry $2m research program

June 30, 2025 | 2 min read
Led by the University of Adelaide and supported by AgriFutures Australia through its Emerging Industries program, a new $2 million program of research is set to unlock the potential of Australia’s insect industry by addressing critical barriers to growth.
News - Rural Business

Australian Academy of Science honours Varshney

June 27, 2025 | 1 min read
Australia’s pre-eminent scientific organisation has recognised Murdoch University Professor Rajeev Varshney for his groundbreaking and translational contributions to crop productivity and global food security.
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AgNova’s new manager

June 27, 2025 | 1 min read
AgNova Technologies has announced the appointment of Earl Yandall to the position of area sales manager for NSW.
Agribusiness - News

Crop Smart opens new store in Horsham

June 25, 2025 | 2 min read
Crop Smart has relocated its Dooen store to a new site in Horsham.
Rural Business

7 Worlds Ag expands product range

June 25, 2025 | 2 min read
7 Worlds Ag is continuing to expand, adding several more fungicides, insecticides and other crop protection products to its product range in coming months.
Merchandise

New spray drift solution available in winter cereals

June 24, 2025 | 3 min read
Corteva Agriscience’s low odour, low volatility Colex-D herbicide has been approved by the APVMA for use in winter cereals, pastures and non-agricultural areas, giving growers confidence they can use the new 2,4-D formulation without the risk of spray drift.
Merchandise

Peridot delivers long lasting fungal control

June 24, 2025 | 3 min read
Fungal diseases are one of the most persistent and costly challenges for growers across various crops. Left unchecked, these pathogens can devastate yields, reduce product quality, and impact the long-term health of soils and plants alike.
Merchandise

Next generation nematicide delivers long, cost-effective control

June 23, 2025 | 5 min read
A valuable new tool in nematode management has arrived in Australia with the highly anticipated release of Velum Prime by Bayer, a fast-acting, long-lasting nematicide that provides targeted control of plant-parasitic nematodes while maintaining soil health.
Merchandise

Hasten top for herbicide performance

June 23, 2025 | 1 min read
Backed by leading labels, Hasten helps farmers get the best return from every spray.
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Movement at the Nufarm station

June 20, 2025 | 3 min read
Bill Webb has joined Nufarm as the senior field R&D specialist. Bill is based out of Southern NSW, working from his family farm at Kingsvale, near Young.

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