Farm biosecurity

Dr Daniel Bogema and Dr Gus McFarlane at the Elizabeth Macarthur Agricultural Institute, where in a world-first they applied rapid DNA sequencing technology to speed up data analysis during an emergency response.

DNA breakthrough accelerates biosecurity response

World-first technology will help protect Australia from pests and diseases.

23 October 2024

Paper-based biosecurity protections may not be enough, experts have warned. Credit: Douglas Cliff, Shutterstock.

Technology-led solutions could be key to strengthening Australia's biosecurity systems

There are many technology-led solutions to biosecurity in development.

25 September 2024

GPA chair, Barry Large, said Khapra Beetle is just one of the many grains-related biosecurity challenges the industry faces. Credit: Tomasz Klejdysz, Shutterstock.

Grains leaders launch new biosecurity plan

The Biosecurity Plan for the Australian Grains Industry 2023-2028 was launched last week.

05 August 2024

Bird flu strains detected in Victoria are not the same as those found recently in US dairies and pose little threat to Australian cattle. Credit: Parilov, Shutterstock.

Victorian bird flu outbreak poses little risk to Australian cattle

Avian influenza strains at Victorian poultry farms are different to those infecting US dairy cattle.

19 June 2024

Senators stop Biosecurity Protection Levy progressing. Credit: Eric Buermeyer, Shutterstock.

Biosecurity levy blocked as The Greens declare official opposition

The Greens officially joined the Coalition, One Nation and independent MPs in opposing the BPL.

17 May 2024

The WA Government will invest $26.2m in the state's biosecurity systems, including three million to manage the impact of feral deer and pigs. Credit: DPIRD.

WA biosecurity to receive $26.2m boost

The WA Government has committed $26.2m to bolstering the state's biosecurity.

02 May 2024

DPIRD WA Grains Biosecurity Officer Jeff Russell encourages rural property owners to upgrade farm gate biosecurity signs. Photo: DPIRD

Biosecurity signs available to help protect WA primary production

WA farmers reminded of importance of farm biosecurity

10 April 2024

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RESEARCH

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

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.

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.

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.

Research Report: Succession Planning (December 2024)

This month's research report, compiled with the input of John White, Rural Generations, is a great resource for succession planning. A key message from the report is to start succession planning as soon as possible.

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