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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.
Rural Business

Swan Hill Chemicals opens NT Ag Supplies

Feb. 13, 2023 | 3 min read
Swan Hill Chemicals (SHC) began some 50 odd years ago in Swan Hill in Victoria and has been diligently servicing the community and surrounds since 1966.
Rural Business

SLTEC Fertilizers wins Business Awards

Feb. 13, 2023 | 2 min read
SLTEC Fertilizers, a liquid fertilizer manufacturer based in Northern Victoria, was very proud and honoured to receive both the Overall Business of the Year Award and Excellence in Manufacturing Award at a gala event held by the Shire of Campaspe and Murray River Council.
Rural Business

Graslan campaign raises RFDS funds

Feb. 12, 2023 | 2 min read
The saying “if it works, do more of it” certainly applies to FMC’s Graslan Aerial3D HiLoad herbicide promotion, which in its fifth-year running has once again raised valuable funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS).
Rural Business

Churchill Fellowship awards for ag open

Feb. 11, 2023 | 2 min read
A program that offers people the opportunity to travel overseas and investigate a topic or issue they are passionate about is seeking applicants from across Australian agriculture, including people working in the rural merchandise and farm advisory sectors, their suppliers and clients.
Rural Business

Boehringer Ingelheim named top employer

Feb. 10, 2023 | 2 min read
Boehringer Ingelheim has again been named an employer of choice, with the Top Employers Institute awarding the company Global Top Employer status for the third successive year.
Rural Business

Hogg fronts Farmer Mates mental health

Feb. 9, 2023 | 3 min read
Australian cricketing legend Brad Hogg is continuing his great work getting on the front foot for Australian farmers and rural communities, as the national ambassador for Grain Producers Australia’s (GPA) ‘Farmer Mates’ Mental Health program.
Rural Business

Gallagher buys Norton Livestock Handling

Feb. 9, 2023 | 2 min read
Well-known and respected animal management company, Gallagher, announced in December that Norton Livestock Handling Solutions, a leading Australian manufacturer and supplier of farm gates, gate hardware, and livestock handling equipment is now part of Gallagher Group.

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