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Welcome addition to pain management at marking

Feb. 24, 2023 | 3 min read
Marking time will soon be upon us once again and with the welcome addition of a new pain relief product over-the-counter (OTC) in rural reseller stores, there is no better time to remind producers of the importance of providing adequate pain relief to calves and lambs at marking.
Cattle health

The impact of BRD on young, pastured cattle

Feb. 24, 2023 | 3 min read
Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) is a problem that is commonly identified in young, growing cattle (including non-feedlot cattle).
Knockdown & pre-emergent herbicides

How can I use the pulse phase to combat weeds?

Feb. 23, 2023 | 4 min read
‘How can I strengthen the pulse phase to combat weeds?’ with Dr Jason Brand, Agriculture Victoria Research, Horsham.
Cattle health

Increased risk of liver fluke this autumn

Feb. 23, 2023 | 3 min read
Floods, above-average rainfall, mild temperatures and the extensive movement of livestock throughout eastern Australia have created ideal conditions for an increase in the prevalence of liver fluke this autumn.
Knockdown & pre-emergent herbicides

Stop broadleaf weeds before they start

Feb. 22, 2023 | 4 min read
Cereal crops can quickly become susceptible to broadleaf weed escapes during crop establishment, making Callisto pre-emergent herbicide a valuable addition to many wheat and barley programs.
Knockdown & pre-emergent herbicides

Long residual makes Overwatch ideal for WA

Feb. 21, 2023 | 2 min read
The lengthy residual ryegrass control of Overwatch Herbicide makes it ideal for barley on the Hirsch enterprise at Latham and Bunjil, in the mid-west region of Western Australia.
Merchandise - Summer cropping - Summer horticulture

New 2023 crop varieties

Feb. 20, 2023 | 2 min read
After the conclusion of the NSW harvest, growers are now turning their minds to which new crop varieties should be considered that may have the potential to improve yields or provide better disease resistance.
Commentary

The Russian roulette of fertiliser pricing

Feb. 20, 2023 | 4 min read
Forward sales (or lack thereof) of phosphate fertilisers have played out like a game of Russian Roulette for fertiliser companies but there could still be a bullet in the chamber for buyers, writes Jim Mole.
Merchandise - Technology in agriculture

Pests symptom of a deeper problem

Feb. 19, 2023 | 2 min read
A headache is not the problem. It's a symptom of a problem. Taking pain relief medication only temporarily masks the problem. You still have the problem. A good doctor will search for the cause of the problem and treat that. It's the same with growing a crop.
Grain protection - Merchandise

A coarse is a coarse, isn’t it?

Feb. 19, 2023 | 4 min read
To Mr Ed, 1960s TV’s famous talking horse, it may have been obvious that a horse was a horse, but when it comes to spraying crop protection products in the mid-2020s, being certain you have a coarse spray quality is not so straight forward.
Merchandise

New Year, new focus on safety

Feb. 18, 2023 | 3 min read
From the cattle farm to the apple orchard, Blundstone’s work boots have long been a popular choice for workers in agricultural industries – offering robust comfort for long days on the job. Recent reports, however, highlight the increased need for safety in several rural environments, to ensure maximum foot health and protection.
Merchandise

Equipping your customers for success

Feb. 17, 2023 | 1 min read
Did you know you can play an important part in setting your customers up for a successful year by learning about in-paddock weighing and Tru-Test’s mobile and autonomous weight monitoring solutions?
Merchandise

BASF launches Axalion Active

Feb. 16, 2023 | 3 min read
Australia will be the first global market for the launch of BASF’s Axalion Active – a novel insecticide active ingredient that controls harmful piercing and sucking insect pests.
On The Move

Expanded team at SLTEC Fertilizers

Feb. 14, 2023 | 2 min read
Over the last few seasons SLTEC Fertilizers – a leading manufacturer of fluid fertiliser and bio-stimulants servicing Eastern Australia, has been expanding its manufacturing capability and product reach.
Management

More bumps on the horizon in 2023

Feb. 14, 2023 | 3 min read
2023 will have continuing repercussions for the agribusiness sector from the challenges of labour shortages, high inflation and rising interest rates, writes Ross Paterson.

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