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Pioneer varieties of legume for Australian growers

Aug. 5, 2025 | 2 min read
The University of Queensland has developed five new varieties of pigeonpea as a step towards the legume being grown more widely in Australia.
Agribusiness - News

Why regulations in plant gene editing are a must

Aug. 4, 2025 | 3 min read
While some scientists argue agricultural gene editing regulations are overly restrictive, a new paper from the University of Adelaide emphasises the importance of clear regulations to ensure new technologies are used safely and responsibly.
Rural Business

Targeted projects equip growers

Aug. 4, 2025 | 3 min read
Western Australian grain growers are set to benefit from a series of targeted projects focused on time of sowing in response to increasing seasonal variability.
Agribusiness - News

National blueprint to help standardise soil health in ag

Aug. 1, 2025 | 2 min read
A $10 million project is set to transform how Australian agriculture understands and addresses soil health – creating a standardised, cross-sector approach.
Rural Business

Robots, smart tech and softer landings earn Queensland grower top award

Aug. 1, 2025 | 2 min read
Queensland vegetable grower Craig Dingle has been named the 2025 Corteva Agriscience Young Grower of the Year, after spearheading on-farm innovations that have boosted yields, improved shelf life and helped position his employer at the leading edge of Australian horticulture.
Merchandise

Breakthrough chemistry for tick and buffalo fly control

Aug. 1, 2025 | 3 min read
Launched in December 2024, Coopers Exzolt Pour-on for Cattle is the first and only Australian cattle product that contains fluralaner. Coopers Exzolt is a low-volume pour-on, offering long-lasting control of cattle tick, bush tick, and buffalo fly and will help Australian cattle farmers fight chemical resistance.
Merchandise

Verpixo peforms

July 31, 2025 | 3 min read
One of the biggest challenges in table grapes has been managed with the introduction of Verpixo Adavelt active fungicide from Corteva Agriscience.
Agribusiness - News

Floating solar panels to save water, generate electricity

July 31, 2025 | 3 min read
An Australian-first research project installing floating solar panels on irrigation dams could revolutionise irrigated agriculture by mitigating evaporation and generating energy.
Hort Connections

Industry excellence recognised at 2025 horticulture awards

July 30, 2025 | 5 min read
The best and brightest in Australian horticulture in 2025 have been given due recognition at the Horticulture Awards for Excellence at the Hort Connections 2025 Gala Dinner in Brisbane.
Agribusiness - News

Nut industries get ag tech injection

July 30, 2025 | 3 min read
The nut industry is set to become a big winner out of Hort Innovation’s $760 million R&D portfolio.
Agribusiness - News

Cotton wraps up another big year

July 29, 2025 | 3 min read
Cotton Australia has revealed the full agenda for the three-day Cotton Collective to be held in Toowoomba from August 5–7, with a packed schedule of events, speakers and trade show highlights.
Merchandise

7 Worlds Ag leads in copper fungicides

July 29, 2025 | 4 min read
For the widest range of copper fungicides coupled with the best advice, resellers should look no further than 7 Worlds Ag.
Merchandise

Vicchem Gala shines in winter pasture trial

July 28, 2025 | 2 min read
Farmers looking to boost winter feed production without compromising quality can now turn to a proven solution: Vicchem’s Gala Growth Regulator.
Biologicals - Market insight

Unlocking the power of biologicals

July 28, 2025 | 3 min read
As growers across Australia face increasing pressures to reduce chemical inputs, improve soil health, and build sustainable production systems, biological solutions are no longer just an alternative — they are becoming essential tools for modern horticulture.
Hort Connections

Hort Connections sets sights on Adelaide

July 27, 2025 | 5 min read
Hort Connections 2025 has been run and done – and the 2026 event has been set for Adelaide.

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Applications open for future cotton leaders program
APVMA's latest levies
Elders get Delta Ag green light
New technology at Halbury Field Day
Zoetis marks 10-year Beyond Blue partnership
Redox on a roll acrosss country and world
Why perfectionism is the enemy of authentic leadership
Insights: Summer horticulture, Technology update
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