The Federal Government announced amendments to the NVES legislation this week. Credit: Quality Stock Arts, Shutterstock. The Federal Government announced amendments to the NVES legislation this week. Credit: Quality Stock Arts, Shutterstock.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Government alters vehicle efficiency standards

Government changes efficiency standards for four-wheel-drives and sports utility vehicles.

27 March 2024
New methane-reducing feed options may soon be available to producers. Credit: Pamela Lawson.
CATTLE

New research investigates methane-reducing lick blocks

Research looks at the potential of lick blocks for reducing methane while boosting production.

27 March 2024
The Department of Agriculture has confirmed cattle have died on a live export ship destined for Indonesia. Credit: crbellette, Shutterstock.
CATTLE

Cattle die on live export vessel destined for Indonesia

The Department of Agriculture has confirmed cattle deaths on the Brahman Express.

27 March 2024
The GRDC is holding pre-planting workshops in April. Photo: Mark Saunders.
MACHINERY

Winter crop planting workshops scheduled for April

The GRDC is running planting preparation workshops in New South Wales and Queensland in April.

27 March 2024
Studies show rural Australians are at higher risk of loneliness than their city counterpart, which can negatively impact physical and mental health. Credit_Shutterstock_Scharfsinn.
AGRIBUSINESS

Loneliness: A growing epidemic in rural Australia.

Rural Australians are at high risk of loneliness, which has negative health implications.

25 March 2024
New methane-reducing feed options may soon be available to producers. Credit: Pamela Lawson.
CATTLE

New research investigates methane-reducing lick blocks

Research looks at the potential of lick blocks for reducing methane while boosting production.

27 March 2024
The Department of Agriculture has confirmed cattle have died on a live export ship destined for Indonesia. Credit: crbellette, Shutterstock.
CATTLE

Cattle die on live export vessel destined for Indonesia

The Department of Agriculture has confirmed cattle deaths on the Brahman Express.

27 March 2024
MACHINERY

Winter crop planting workshops scheduled for April

27 March 2024
AGRIBUSINESS

Loneliness: A growing epidemic in rural Australia.

25 March 2024
Maximise your nitrogen use efficiency
PARTNER CONTENT

Maximise your nitrogen use efficiency

Losing nitrogen to the environment can be costly.

28 March 2024
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Government alters vehicle efficiency standards

Government changes efficiency standards for four-wheel-drives and sports utility vehicles.

27 March 2024
AGRIBUSINESS

Loneliness: A growing epidemic in rural Australia.

Rural Australians are at high risk of loneliness, which has negative health implications.

25 March 2024
AGRIBUSINESS

Australian Greens take strong stance against biosecurity levy

Australian Greens vow to vote against the BPL in the House of Representatives.

22 March 2024
MACHINERY

NFF says fuel efficiency standards approach needs more work

The NFF is urging the Government to reconsider a proposed vehicle emissions standard.

22 March 2024
The GRDC is holding pre-planting workshops in April. Photo: Mark Saunders.
MACHINERY

Winter crop planting workshops scheduled for April

The GRDC is running planting preparation workshops in New South Wales and Queensland in April.

27 March 2024
MACHINERY

NFF says fuel efficiency standards approach needs more work

The NFF is urging the Government to reconsider a proposed vehicle emissions standard.

22 March 2024
MACHINERY

Tractor sales continue to normalise following recent highs

New tractor sales were down 18 per cent last month on February 2023.

20 March 2024
MACHINERY

Injuries and fatalities prompt urgent reminder for farm vehicle safety

Deaths and injuries from quad bikes and side-by-sides prompt warning from SafeWork NSW.

14 March 2024
MACHINERY

Toyota recalls 300 Series LandCruisers and Tundras

Toyota is recalling thousands of 300 Series LandCruisers and Tundras.

12 March 2024
NSW DPI research agronomist Mathew Dunn at the Wagga Wagga, NSW, research farm, during a field day in early February. Photo: Mark Saunders.
PASTURES & SOILS

Soil acidity problems tackled in southern NSW

NSW field experiment trial helps uncover extent and severity of soil acidity.

22 March 2024
CROPPING

French flies to tackle snails in WA

WA-based researchers are targeting conical snail pests with a parasitic fly.

21 March 2024
CROPPING

Grain growers reminded to check for mouse numbers

Monitoring mouse numbers is important in the lead up to sowing the winter crop.

18 March 2024
CROPPING

Ameliorating wet soil maximises benefits

DPIRD soil researchers have stressed the importance of ameliorating soil after the season breaks.

15 March 2024
CROPPING

Soil amelioration delivers millions to WA growers

A recent study showed soil amelioration boosted WA cropping profits by $100/ha a year on average.

13 March 2024
New methane-reducing feed options may soon be available to producers. Credit: Pamela Lawson.
CATTLE

New research investigates methane-reducing lick blocks

Research looks at the potential of lick blocks for reducing methane while boosting production.

27 March 2024
CATTLE

Cattle die on live export vessel destined for Indonesia

The Department of Agriculture has confirmed cattle deaths on the Brahman Express.

27 March 2024
CATTLE

New hub a valuable resource for transporting stock

A new hub for livestock transporting is loaded with resources for livestock carriers.

25 March 2024
SHEEP

WA red meat delegation on a mission to boost UK trade opportunities

Red meat representatives from WA are heading on a seven day tour of the UK.

25 March 2024
PASTURES & SOILS

Soil acidity problems tackled in southern NSW

NSW field experiment trial helps uncover extent and severity of soil acidity.

22 March 2024

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Farming Ahead team.

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Farming Ahead team.

editions

Research Report: Harvest Weed Seed Mills

The Report includes a round up of commercially-available batching plants as well as farmer-made approaches.

editions

Research Report: Agritechnica 2023

Kondinin Group’s Mark Saunders, Ben White and Josh Giumelli went to Agritechnica, Germany. This report covers the key award winners from the event and some of the latest autonomous platforms displayed.

editions

Research Report: Fronting Up

This Research Report looks at harvester fronts including research and expertise from Kondinin Group’s Ben White, with input from harvesting specialists Brett Asphar, Kassie Van Der Westhuizen, Murray Skayman and Martin Reichelt.

editions

Research Report: Liquid Applications At Seeding

Kondinin Group’s Mark Saunders, Josh Giumelli and Ben White have rounded up liquid application Case Studies for this Research Report including tips and tricks from experiencd producers.

The Federal Government announced amendments to the NVES legislation this week. Credit: Quality Stock Arts, Shutterstock.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Government alters vehicle efficiency standards

Government changes efficiency standards for four-wheel-drives and sports utility vehicles.

27 March 2024
MACHINERY

Latest John Deere tractor range peaks at 610kW

John Deere's MY25 new products include the 9RX 830 tractor punching out 610kW (830hp).

29 February 2024
MACHINERY

CNH buys slice of Bem Agro

CNH has bought into precision ag and artificial intelligence business, Bem Agro.

22 February 2024
TECHNOLOGY

Regional telecommunications fail as Government review gets underway

Telecommunication failure leaves communities unable to contact 000.

29 January 2024
MACHINERY

John Deere partners with SpaceX

John Deere announces partnership utilising Starlink

24 January 2024

Market Data (more from market data)

PARTNER CONTENT

Maximise your nitrogen use efficiency

Losing nitrogen to the environment can be costly.

PARTNER CONTENT

Safety first for the year ahead

Since 1870, Blundstone, have supported & protecting farmers across Australia from

PARTNER CONTENT

Precise and Productive Seeding Equipment

The success of next year's harvest begins now, with strong preparation and planning.

PARTNER CONTENT

What's happening at Goldacres

2022 capped a big year for Goldacres, another model added- Prairie Pro Series 2 &

 Couple-up: Grease gun couplings are a constant source of frustration for farmers, but fortunately there is a range of aftermarket couplings which can be used in place. This month we look at a range of different couplings and attachments for greasing equipment. Photo: Josh Giumelli.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Handy attachments for tricky nipples

Kondinin researcher, Josh Giumelli, looks at a range of greasing attachments.

15 February 2024
CROPPING

New guide released on water use for dryland cropping

The new guide provides information on crop water use and improving water use efficiency.

31 January 2024
INSIGHT

Fire ants fuelled by wild weather, Council warns

Warning on fire ants issued by Invasive Species Council

19 January 2024
FROM THE WORKSHOP

Metal transfer modes for MIG welding

Josh Giumelli looks at MIG welding metal transfer modes.

17 January 2024
INSIGHT

BOM predicts a dry start to 2024 for north and west Australia

Below average rainfall forecast for most of WA, NT and parts of QLD.

09 January 2024