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 The WA Government is establishing a taskforce to support farmers experiencing dry conditions. Credit: Mark Saunders.
WEATHER

WA Government announces 2024 dry season taskforce

A dry season taskforce will be established in WA to support farmers experiencing dry conditions.

17 April 2024

Some areas of Western Australia received much-needed rainfall in March after a long hot, dry spell. Photo: Mark Saunders.
CROPPING

Seeding is underway in some regions across Australia

Growers in some areas of NSW, Victoria and WA have started seeding.

10 April 2024

A red meat delegation from WA heads to the UK with the hope of unlocking trade opportunities for beef and sheep. Photo: Pamela Lawson.
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

The WA ag minister has been accused on failing to stand up for the state's sheep producers. Picture Mark Saunders.
SHEEP

WA government accused of having "secret" live export meetings

The WA Government has been meeting with federal ministers about a transition package for farmers.

20 March 2024

 DPIRD soil researcher Wayne Parker stressed the importance of ameliorating in May at the GRDC updates in Perth last month. Photo: Jenna Santos
CROPPING

Ameliorating wet soil maximises benefits

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

15 March 2024

 Planfarm business consultant, Peter Newman, said WA growers who practiced soil amelioration between 2013 and 2023 increased cropping profits by an additional $100/ha per year on average compared to growers who did not. Photo: Jenna Santos.  
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

 Farmers in WA's south west can now apply for funding to support carbon farming projects, with soil testing, preparation and seed purchasing among the eligible activities Picture Mark Saunders.
AGRIBUSINESS

New carbon project funding available in WA

WA Government announces $2.77m in funding for carbon farming projects across the south-west.

08 March 2024

 WA gun licence holders are being encouraged to hand in their firearms, as the Government's buyback scheme gets underway. Photo credit: DG FotoStock, Shutterstock.
AGRIBUSINESS

WA's firearm buyback scheme kicks off

Licence holders in WA are encouraged to hand in guns under the state's $64.3m buyback scheme.

19 February 2024

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