News

Misreporting pesticides is tail wagging the dog

Management Nov. 12, 2022



A recent so-called ‘investigative reporting’ series published in The Guardian has challenged the integrity of Australia’s agvet chemical regulatory system, writes Matthew Cossey.

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AGT’s Willaura high rainfall wheat variety

Merchandise Nov. 11, 2022



AGT has developed the high performing new variety, Willaura in recognition of the growing need for slower maturing, milling quality wheat varieties suited to higher rainfall environments of southern Australia.

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Barenbrug new perennial and hybrid ryegrass

Merchandise Nov. 11, 2022



The long-awaited release of 4front NEA2 perennial ryegrass and Samurye NEA12 hybrid ryegrass by Barenbrug is raising the bar in perennial and hybrid ryegrasses.

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Lush feed brings high risk of bloat

Cattle health Merchandise Nov. 11, 2022



At this time of year, the word bloat can strike fear for many cattle producers, but Bloat-Drench and Bloat Pasture Spray from Vicchem can help, says Vicchem’s Dugald McFarlane.

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Rudduck moves into rural pest control market

Merchandise Nov. 10, 2022



Rudduck is a well-known brand in the Australian pest control market with a heritage going back over 100 years.

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Soft finish brings risk of crown rot

Merchandise Winter cropping Nov. 10, 2022



A softer finish to this year’s winter crop could mask issues with crown rot across the Australian wheatbelt.

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Versatile new broadleaf herbicide

Merchandise Nov. 10, 2022



Ongoing trials with a new post-emergent broadleaf herbicide expected to be available from Bayer in 2023 look set to reinforce its potential role as a versatile, valuable option in cropping regions throughout the country.

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Research is breeding ground of innovation

Rural Business Nov. 9, 2022



Our food depends on soil and weather, and the skill of those who grow it. For our pasture and grains to feed livestock, our seeds need to meet the needs of farmers’ systems. Seed production evolves with changing environmental and market climates.

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Perfect storm brewing for agribusiness sector

Management Nov. 9, 2022



Just as respite from global supply chain issues is in sight, a perfect storm of other pain points is looming, writes Ross Paterson.

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WA growers tour hybrid canola in Vic

Rural Business Nov. 8, 2022



Fifteen growers and their advisors from the Cranbrook region of Western Australia have gained insights on hybrid canola seed production and pathways for bringing seed to market on a recent study tour to Horsham, Victoria.

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CSD announces new project initiative

Rural Business Nov. 8, 2022



Cotton Seed Distributors is proud to announce the first funded project as part of the new Richard Williams Commercial Research Initiative.

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Elders welcomes Coonabarabran Rural Supplies

Rural Business Nov. 8, 2022



Central West New South Wales based rural products store Coonabarabran Rural Supplies has today joined the Elders network.

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Delta Ag gets CSIRO award for research

Rural Business Nov. 7, 2022



Delta Agribusiness has been recognised for its scientific research and delivering a package of best outcomes to farmers – having been awarded the prestigious CSIRO Sir Ian McLennan Impact from Science and Engineering Medal.

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Study aims to track total nitrogen losses

Rural Business Nov. 7, 2022



A new national research project is investigating the dynamics of nitrogen (N) cycling and losses across a range of soil and environmental conditions within the Australian grains industry.

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Yara to focus on nitrate fertilisers

Rural Business Nov. 7, 2022



Yara Crop Nutrition has announced it will focus on marketing its range of premium nitrate-based fertilisers in Australia following the divestment of its agricultural liquid fertilisers business in August.

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