Growing sesame – Australia’s next big crop opportunity: AgriFutures Australia
On a cotton farm near Emerald in central Queensland, something unusual is taking root. Among the cotton, mung beans and peanuts that typically fill the rotation, a small but mighty crop is showing its potential to change the face of Australian agriculture: sesame.
VFF welcomes Federal Government backdown on super tax
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has welcomed the Federal Government's significant amendments to its proposed superannuation tax, describing the changes as a substantial improvement that will protect thousands of farming families from the worst impacts of the original policy.
Queensland Farmers’ Federation welcomes Energy Roadmap founded on core principles of affordability, reliability and sustainability: QFF
The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) has welcomed the release of the Queensland Government’s Energy Roadmap, which provides greater certainty for farmers, landholders and rural communities as Queensland further develops its energy system.
Beekeepers – 390+ hours on Varroa protection per year. Is this true for you?: AgriFutures Australia
Australian beekeepers are being urged to share their experiences in the 2025 COLOSS Survey, as the industry faces rising costs and labour demands from Varroa destructor (Varroa) management. The 2024 Australian Colony Loss (COLOSS) Survey revealed that Varroa is costing the honey bee industry more than just dollars, with labour impacts also increasing.
Cattle theft allegation: Councillor says he co-owns the stock
A member of the Central Desert Regional Council, Clifford Tilmouth has confirmed he is one of three men issued notices to appear in relation to an alleged cattle theft from Alcoota, a property north of Alice Springs, on August 5.
Vietnam the latest destination for Australian blueberries: Collins
The Albanese Labor Government is delivering new opportunities for Australia’s blueberry producers with a new agreement securing market access to export the fruit to Vietnam, with trade expected to be worth approximately $22 million over 5 years. The agreement, which came into effect this week, is another major win for Australian producers and will also create access to Vietnamese pomelos for Australian consumers.
Live sheep export farmers forced to find $75,000 before Christmas for delayed assistance grants: Littleproud
Leader of The Nationals David Littleproud said Labor has no plan or explanation why farmers applying for Labor’s assistance grant will be forced to find up to $75,000 of their own money as a co-contribution before Christmas, in order to obtain financial help.
Labor’s own department shows GKNP has put politics above the environment: Kemp
An independent, NSW Government-commissioned study released in September 2025 has confirmed there is no evidence that selective timber harvesting harms koala populations in NSW’s North Coast forests.Â
Wandin-Silvan Horticultural & Farm Machinery Field Days, 17-18 October 2025
Wandin-Silvan Field Days
We continue this popular and important local community event as a not-for-profit organisation, operated by a Committee of local volunteers.
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Longford Show, 18 October 2025
Longford Show Society Inc.
Come and celebrate the 168th Longford Show on Saturday the 18th of October. We are a very family friendly show, there...
Farmers fear price hikes following merger: NSW Farmers Association
NSW Farmers warns the impacts of a new merger between two major farm supply companies must be closely monitored to ensure prices for essential inputs do not skyrocket ... NSW Farmers Vice President Rebecca Reardon said many farmers feared the new merger would reduce competition and drive prices up within the agricultural supplies market.
Growers remain cautious on Elders Delta takeover: Grain Producers Australia
Grain Producers Australia notes ... decision by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) of conditional approval being granted to Elders Limited’s takeover of Delta Agribusiness, requiring divestment of Delta stores, only in WA ... GPA Southern Region Director, Andrew Weidemann, said he was disappointed the ACCC had not realised all of the concerns expressed by growers, in GPA’s submission, about the Elders takeover reducing competition in 33 regional locations/communities.
Elders’ acquisition of Delta not opposed: Elders
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced that it would not oppose the acquisition by Elders Limited (ASX:ELD, Elders) of all of the shares in Delta Agribusiness Pty Limited (Delta) subject to an undertaking given pursuant to section 87B of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) (Undertaking). Pursuant to the terms of the Undertaking, six Delta branches in Western Australia will be divested. These branches are located in Dalwallinu, Kalannie, Albany, Manypeaks, Wellstead and Hyden.
Industrial Hemp Variety Trials – Results from the Epping Forest trial site 2023-24 growing season
The Australian industrial hemp industry is rapidly evolving, supported by legislative reforms, growing consumer interest, and increasing research into hemp’s agronomic potential ... To address this knowledge gap, the Industrial Hemp Variety Trials (IHVT) were initiated to provide independent, regionally specific data on hemp variety performance.
Gateway to growth – Unlocking the potential of the Australian goat fibre industry: AgriFutures Australia
Australia’s goat fibre industry is gaining momentum and there’s never been a better time to get involved. Whether you’re an experienced producer, run a mixed cropping farm business or just curious about what fibre goats could offer your enterprise, the Goat Fibre Gateway is a practical touchpoint to expand your industry knowledge and build networks.
Heavy horses set world record at Barellan Good Old Days Festival
A team of 62 heavy horses was harnessed to pull an antique wagon in a record-breaking event at the Barellan Good Old Days Festival at the weekend. It outnumbered the previous Australian record of 50, set in Queensland in the 1980s and a 50-horse hitch in Canada in 1995.
Corryong goes on show
The 116th Corryong Show proved once again to be a highlight on the Upper Murray calendar, drawing a strong crowd on Saturday and showcasing the best of local agriculture, entertainment, and community spirit. The event also included the Upper Murray Machinery Club rally which has only added to the spectacle.
Irrigators class action update – Southern Riverina Irrigators
The court case is progressing well. MDBA staff on the witness stand seem to all share the same case of amnesia as they can't seem to remember any important details. "I can't recall" was the most common answer which is a pretty sad state of affairs considering these decisions severely impacted livelihoods and created extreme mental stress.
Lismore Show, 16-18 October 2025
Lismore Show Society
The Northern Rivers community and beyond are invited to come along and enjoy this year’s Elders North Coast National Lismore Show that...
Experts dive into fish stock studies
Sarah Herrmann. Garfish, whiting and calamari stock assessment began in Gulf St Vincent last week, with the opposition calling the government's timing "sluggish". The state government announced a "rapid assessment of fish stocks and fisheries" on July 22 to measure the impact of the algal bloom, but more than two months later, Shadow Minister for Primary Industries Nicola Centofanti said there had been little evidence of a rapid response.
