WEATHER
Queensland floods deliver devastating losses
Find out about the impact of floods in Queensland and northern NSW, and where to find help.
02 April 2025
CATTLE
What will Queensland floods mean for the cattle market?
Mecardo said there is around 3.35m head of cattle in regions impacted by floods and heavy rainfall.
02 April 2025
AGRIBUSINESS
Push for national funding boost as fire ants spread through flood waters
Calls for Federal Government to match Queensland's $24m boost to fire ant suppression efforts.
02 April 2025
CATTLE
US tariffs: Is Australian red meat next?
More US tariffs are expected to kick in this week, fuelling speculation surrounding Aussie beef.
31 March 2025
CATTLE
What will Queensland floods mean for the cattle market?
Mecardo said there is around 3.35m head of cattle in regions impacted by floods and heavy rainfall.
02 April 2025
AGRIBUSINESS
Chinese hoarding – how it affects world-wide trade
China’s accumulation of essential commodities will have far-reaching impacts on global trade.
24 March 2025
SHEEP
Australian wool prices rise despite market "jitters"
The EMI is up 11.1 per cent since the start of the season, as retailer deadlines loom.
21 March 2025
AGRIBUSINESS
Keeping it cool: Australia's response to US tariffs
Will Australia retaliate to US tariffs? Trade minister says “tempting”, but no.
17 March 2025
AGRIBUSINESS
Trump's trade war: What it means for Australian ag
Jenna Santos looks at the impacts of US tariffs on Australian agriculture.
12 March 2025
AGRIBUSINESS
Push for national funding boost as fire ants spread through flood waters
Calls for Federal Government to match Queensland's $24m boost to fire ant suppression efforts.
02 April 2025
AGRIBUSINESS
Hay exporter fined $400,000 for worker death
A Victoria hay exporter has been convicted and fined after a worker was crushed by a multibaler.
31 March 2025
AGRIBUSINESS
Consumer spending on food can be a frustration for farmers
Episode 3 says Australia’s relatively cheap food means it’s not all beer and skittles for farmers.
28 March 2025
AGRIBUSINESS
Federal Budget: Fears rural health challenges remain forgotten
NRHA has raised concerns rural regions will not receive an equitable share of health funding.
28 March 2025
AGRIBUSINESS
Government delivers "vanilla" Federal Budget
An overview of the "vanilla" 2025 Federal Budget.
26 March 2025
MACHINERY
Aussie know how involved in John Deere spraying upgrades
Variable rate applications improved on John Deere’s See & Spray Select system.
31 March 2025
MACHINERY
New partnership to light up weed seed control
Global Neighbor and Redekop are working together to commercialise the Weed Seed Destroyer.
24 March 2025
MACHINERY
Automation features in John Deere harvester upgrades
John Deere has announced upgrades to its harvester range, focusing on automation.
19 March 2025
MACHINERY
Tractor sales fail to fire
February tractor sales reflected a continued downward trend.
13 March 2025
MACHINERY
Fendt 600 series tractors on show at Horsham
Fendt's new four-model 600 series tractors make their debut at the Wimmera Machinery Field Days.
05 March 2025
CROPPING
Proposed US shipping fees may boost Aussie grain prices
The US is proposing to introduce fees targeting Chinese ships using its ports.
28 March 2025
CROPPING
Bayer facing US$2.65bn payout in Roundup case
Bayer dealt another multi-billion dollar blow in a US Roundup case.
26 March 2025
CROPPING
AI's potential looms for grains industry
Opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence for the grains industry.
12 March 2025
CROPPING
Glyphosate resistance hits 'alarming levels', study finds
A four-year study has highlighted concerns surrounding potential cuts to paraquat use.
11 March 2025
CROPPING
Cyclops and Neo CL accredited as malting barley
Two new barley varieties have been added to the Malting Accreditation list.
11 March 2025
CATTLE
What will Queensland floods mean for the cattle market?
Mecardo said there is around 3.35m head of cattle in regions impacted by floods and heavy rainfall.
02 April 2025
CATTLE
US tariffs: Is Australian red meat next?
More US tariffs are expected to kick in this week, fuelling speculation surrounding Aussie beef.
31 March 2025
SHEEP
Keep the Sheep rally to launch political campaign
Keep the Sheep campaigners converged in Perth CBD today, urging voters to "put Labor last."
28 March 2025
SHEEP
Unique mini meat scanner gets to work in abattoirs
A unique needle scanner is being used to measure carcases and help improve red meat eating quality.
21 March 2025
SHEEP
Australian wool prices rise despite market "jitters"
The EMI is up 11.1 per cent since the start of the season, as retailer deadlines loom.
21 March 2025
Research Report: Sheep Yards (April 2025)
This month's Research Report includes more than a dozen case studies of new sheep yard builds and renovations from around the country. There are plenty of ideas to make the handling of stock more efficient and stress-free.
01 April 2025
Research Report: Large Square Baler Testing (March 2025)
This month Kondinin Group has capacity tested four high-density, large square balers in what is believed to be a first for Australia. Balers from Krone, Kuhn, Massey Ferguson and New Holland were put through their paces, working in windrowed straw.
05 March 2025
Research Report: Rural Communications (February 2025)
With the departure of 3G technology and the emergence of 5G and satellite options, there are significant changes on the connectivity horizon. This month Kondinin Group engineers Ben White and Josh Giumelli investigate what is the best way to stay connected in regional and remote areas.
05 February 2025
Research Report: Chaser Bins (January 2025)
Chaser bins play a vital role when it comes to on-farm grain logistics. The January Research Report features a comprehensive round up of the latest chaser bins of 30 tonnes-plus capacity.
15 January 2025
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
Climate action group calls for on-farm battery support
Farmers for Climate Action (FCA) is pushing for support to boost on-farm battery affordability.
17 March 2025
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
BYD Shark 6 ute hits Australian market with a bang
The BYD Shark 6 ute was the 6th top selling new vehicle in Australia last month.
11 March 2025
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
Drone technology impresses at field days
Autonomous drone docking system wins innovation award at the Wimmera Machinery Field Days.
07 March 2025
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
Ford releases Ranger PHEV pricing and specs
Find out how the PHEV compares to traditional Rangers and the BYD SHARK 6.
07 March 2025
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
Political guarantees surrounding basic mobile coverage labelled "misleading"
Kondinin Group researcher dismisses political grandstanding surrounding rural communications.
05 March 2025
PARTNER CONTENT
Utrisha N: The new biostimulant boosting broadacre yield potential
Extensive trials conducted across Australia show boosted yields in a wide range of
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.
WEATHER
Queensland floods deliver devastating losses
Find out about the impact of floods in Queensland and northern NSW, and where to find help.
02 April 2025
VIDEO
Video: Locking methods for tight nuts
Kondinin engineer, Josh Guimelli, provides overview on locking methods for tight nuts.
21 March 2025
FROM THE WORKSHOP
WORKSHOP: Locking methods for tight nuts
Josh Giumelli covers a range of fastener locking methods for adding a little security to repairs.
20 March 2025
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