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RFS and farmers team up to fight fire

A landmark new initiative will help firefighters and farmers work together to better protect communities in regional and rural NSW from bush fires and grass fires. Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience and Minister for Flood Recovery Steph Cooke released a first-of-its-kind Operational Guide for the use of Farm Fire Units.

Giru Show, 10 September 2022

Giru Show, 10 September 2022

AgTech to cut rural landholders soil carbon measurement cost by up to 90 per cent

Australian owned agricultural technology company Agrimix is set to release a toolkit that will see the cost of soil carbon measurement cut up to 90%.

Foot and mouth outbreak could cost livestock sector $80bn

While the risk remains low, the threat of a widespread outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is hanging over a well-prepared Australian livestock industry ... The Centre of Excellence for Biosecurity Analysis increased its assessment of the probability of such an outbreak in Australia over the next five years, reaching 11.6% in June 2022, a 9% rise on March 2021.

Growers award

Over 200 rice growers, industry representatives and stakeholders attended the Rice Growers Australia (RGA) annual conference in Yarrawonga last week ... Neville and Brooke Hollins from Woorak Ag at Burraboi were announced SunRice Grower of the Year.

Yellow notification zones lifted in Varroa mite response: Saunders

The 50km yellow Varroa mite notification zones, located outside the emergency surveillance and eradication zones, have been officially lifted, allowing beekeepers to move their honeybees and hives in more parts of the State. Minister for Agriculture Dugald Saunders said the decision shows the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is confident about tracking where Varroa mite has travelled.  

Latest biosecurity webinar out now: MLA

Livestock producers wanting practical information and tools to better manage their on-farm biosecurity are invited to watch the latest industry webinar update now available. This webinar was held last Tuesday 9 August and continues a collaborative cross-industry approach as the Australian livestock industry works together to keep  lumpy skin disease (LSD) and foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) out of the country.  

Next industry webinar coming 24 August: MLA

The third instalment of an industry webinar series providing updates on foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) as well as lumpy skin disease (LSD) is set to be held next Wednesday 24 August ... The webinar continues a collaborative cross-industry approach as the Australian livestock industry works together to keep  LSD and FMD out of the country.  

New online system for beekeeping

A new online apiary system enables beekeepers to more efficiently apply for, manage and share sites, adding value for Western Australia's globally-significant apiary industry. The new system was developed by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), and provides approvals for apiary sites in WA's national parks and conservation reserves, as well as on pastoral leases, mining tenements and unallocated Crown land.

Yilgarn Show, 27 August 2022

The show opens at 9am, we have a parade at 11am. We have a motocross freestyle display over the day. Old Macdonald Farm with small animals for the kids. Some free rides, lots of entertainment.

84th Weethalle Show – including Ute & Big Rig competitions, 21 August 2022

The 84th Annual Weethalle Show is on Sunday 21 August 2022 at the Weethalle Showground.

The 88th Mullewa Show, 27 August 2022

The 88th annual Mullewa Show will be held on Saturday 27th August. Gates open at 9.30am and the main pavilion opens at 12 noon. Entry costs have been kept low thanks to Lotterywest with Adults $15, Seniors $5, and kids under 16 FREE!

Canungra Show, 20 August 2022

Get ready to experience a great day at the popular Gold Coast Hinterland country show. Canungra township comes alive in August to present local agricultural, horticultural exhibits, equine, miniature goats, stud beef cattle, ute muster and entertainment for all ages to enjoy!

167th Gawler Show, 27-28 August 2022

The 2022 Gawler Show has brought with it a lot of optimism. It has been an enormous challenge to say the least, with unprecedented obstacles appearing more than once. This year's show continues to bring back family favourite exhibits and hands on experiences that make it a great day out.

Founders of farmer network ONFARM – interview with Melinda and George King

After the announcement of the launch of the partnership between Escrow.com and the farmer to farmer transaction platform, ONFARM, Australian Rural & Regional News found out a bit more about this new e-commerce and social media venture from ONFARM's co-founders, Melinda and George King.

Boosting Victoria’s biosecurity response: Tierney

New portable sample testing and mobile incident centres are among a suite of work that the Andrews Labor Government is delivering to bolster the state’s response to any emergency animal disease outbreak.

Bee prepared this swarm season

As the weather warms up and plants start to bloom for Spring, bee populations will start to increase again. Apiarist Alicia Vohland, owner of Windy Acres Farm between Westbrook and Wyreema, said swarming is the natural process of honey bee colonies expanding to form new colonies.

Naracoorte Creek in the news

Sheryl Lowe. Passionate about nature and the natural flow of waterways, local retired farmer Mr Peter "Huck” Shepherd presented his findings about the potential flooding of the Naracoorte Creek and the possible damage to buildings, businesses and homes in the lower lying areas of the town, to the Naracoorte Lucindale Council meeting ... “If I were to give a rating on the creek’s wellbeing and capacity to handle a decent flood and observing the mess it is in and the lack of maintenance since the 2000 report, out of a ten rating I would give it a minus 5,” he told council.

Book review – Great Properties of Country Victoria

The book demonstrates, through both the truly beautiful photography of Kimbal Baker and the meticulous detail regarding agricultural practices and the history of the establishments provided by Richard Allen, that properties are far more than houses. They are the land and the farming businesses which sustain the families, which the houses protect, and who, in turn, create, manage and develop the farming businesses which sustain the land and the houses. Each supporting and nurturing the other.

Ganmain Show, 20 August 2022

Ganmain Show to be held on Saturday 20 August is once again set to be a highlight on the events calendar of Ganmain and surrounds.

Wentworth Show, 27-28 August 2022

The township of Wentworth is situated in the best location for the best Country Show.   It’s not too far from other states to travel and be part of a great weekend.

Can community gardens increase our food security?

Bernice Shepherd. Community gardens and city farms have been around for a long time, but they are enjoying a resurgence in popularity in Australia ... We are lucky to have several gardens in our area and I visited three of them; one well established, one partway there, and another in the beginning phases.

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