Quamby farm heritage comes to life
This weekend the Quamatook Tractor Pull Complex will be a hive of activity as farm machinery from yesteryear is fired up to work as the Quambatook Heritage Working Machinery Association holds their annual harvest working days event ...
Inversion puts Peter in illustrious company
Serena Kirby. One of Denmark artist Peter Usher’s paintings has been selected for Leeuwin Estate’s Art Series wine labels. Peter joins the ranks of other leading Australian artists to appear on the labels that includes works by John Olsen, Arthur Boyd, Sir Sidney Nolan, Robert Juniper and Clifton Pugh.
Killarney Show, 21-22 February 2025
Killarney Show & Rodeo Society Inc I Calendar and Map
150th Bushy Park Show, 15 February 2025
Bushy Park Show Society I Calendar and Map
Nestled among the hop fields in the heart of Tasmania’s Derwent Valley, the Bushy Park Show is...
Chudleigh Show, 15 February 2025
Chudleigh Agricultural & Horticultural Society I Calendar and Map
Top global trends impacting Australian food and agri to 2030: Rabobank
Changed eating patterns due to the rising use of anti-obesity drugs, a shift towards in-home alcohol consumption and increasing demand for dairy products tailored to older consumers are among some of the top global trends in food and agri set to be felt in Australia in the next five years, according to a new series of podcasts from Rabobank.
Rochester ‘Great Northern’ Show, 21-22 February 2025
Rochester Agricultural & Pastoral Association, Inc. I Calendar and Map
Its all systems go for the organising of our Show. On the Friday night (5.00pm...
Stanthorpe Show, 31 January – 2 February 2025
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The Riverland’s scramble for eggs
Madison Eastmond. Riverland consumers are currently facing empty egg shelves and purchase limits as shortages continue to impact major supermarkets. Glenview Poultry Farm owner and South Australian and Tasmanian director of Egg Farmers of Australia, Darren Letton, told The Murray Pioneer the shortages are due to a range of consumer, governmental, and environmental factors.
A harvest season of mixed results in Nhill, Kaniva and surrounding districts
The harvest season in Nhill, Kaniva, and the district brought a mixed bag of results for farmers. While some crops exceeded expectations, others underperformed, reflecting the challenges posed by the season’s dry conditions. Kaniva farmer Brett Jewell commented, "It certainly has been interesting, with some crops yielding better than expected and others worse.
Common sense allows farmers to use ground water during bushfires
The NSW Government says it is reducing red tape which has stifled farmers’ ability to fight fires on their own property. During a fire emergency, a landholder can now take water from surface water and groundwater sources on their land without needing to have a water licence and water use approval.
Tyrendarra Show, 8 February 2025
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Tyrendarra P&A Show proudly supported by the Community Bank Heywood & District is celebrating is 107th year on...
Organic success from wine exit
Christine Webster. Riverland West certified organic horticulturist Bruce Armstrong is creating a niche market for his produce supplying wholesalers and customers in Adelaide, Melbourne, and the region ... "It usually took about 12 to 18 months to make an income from the organic wine, and this is why we started growing the organic vegetables," Mr Armstrong said.
Bundarra Show, 1-2 February 2025
Bundarra P & A & Rodeo Society I Calendar and Map
Angaston Show, 22 February 2025
Angaston AH & F Society I Calendar and Map
Experience the award-winning Angaston Show on February 22, 2025, and the thrilling three-day “Horses in Action”...
France’s timber lesson
On the first anniversary of the Victorian state government’s closure of Gippsland’s native forest industry, France’s rebuilt historic Notre-Dame Cathedral has been completed in all its glory – and French timber was at the heart of this historic project. The oak hardwood timber used came from trees in French forests between 80-150 years old, with some more than 200-years-old.
Dale does it again – Giant pumpkin winners are grinners at Kyogle festival
He’s done it again — Dale Oliver won the giant pumpkin competition in Kyogle ... One of the festival organisers Rob Cullen estimated a crowd of about 2500 people.
Record for Australian red meat exports in 2024
Last year was the largest year for red meat exports in history, with records set for beef, lamb, mutton and goatmeat, according to Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA). In 2024, Australia exported 2.24 million tonnes of red meat to 104 countries, representing the largest volume of red meat ever exported.
