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Renewables fast-track steam rolls farmers: VFF
The VFF says the Victorian Government’s fast-tracking of renewable energy projects by accelerating planning approvals is a slap in the face after years of sham consultation with farming communities. VFF President Emma Germano said the green-lighting of major renewable projects adds to a poor-track record of consulting landholders set to be impacted and risks further alienating already frustrated farmers across Victoria.
Improved margin outlook for Australia’s upcoming winter crop – Rabobank
Australia’s grain growers are looking to improved prospects in the season ahead, with 2024/25 gross margins set to increase on the back of a lower cost of production, Rabobank says in newly-released research report ... The report, Australia’s winter crop gross margins – which analyses winter crop performance from 2017/2018 – forecasts 2024/25 average gross margins for the three major Australian winter crops (wheat, barley and canola)...
Gloucester Show, 22-23 March 2024
The demo derby will return, along with the pie eating competition, camp oven cook up and billy boiling competition. Regular attractions include the animal nursery, fireworks and post splitting competitions, reptile display and sideshow alley.
Regional agribusiness partnering with schools on new program
In a first for the Riverina and most probably in New South Wales, a close association has developed between agribusiness in the Riverina and secondary schools teaching agriculture ... The Riverina Compendium provided a vehicle to build on the past experiences, to attract a suitably qualified workforce, to provide a greater number and diversity of jobs within the Region...
Picking underway for Australian cotton with above average crops expected: Cotton Australia
Australia’s 1500 cotton growers, 90 per cent of them family farmers, are either starting to pick their 2024 crop or are planning to start in the coming weeks as they contemplate another above average season. This season, close to 480,000 green hectares of cotton has been planted predominantly in New South Wales and Queensland, with the Northern Territory and Western Australia also growing cotton crops.
Supermarkets gouge growers millions in rebates alone: NFF
The Senate Select Committee on Supermarket Prices continues its hearings in Melbourne ... having heard repeated incidences of poor - if not unconscionable - behaviour by supermarkets from consumers and growers alike in Hobart and yesterday in Orange. Chair of the NFF Horticulture Council Jolyon Burnett said evidence and testimony from growers and industry representatives had already painted a bleak picture of the unbalanced trading relationship between major supermarkets and fresh produce suppliers.
Australian milk production firing on all cylinders: Rabobank report
More than halfway into the current dairy season, Australian milk production is firing on all cylinders, Rabobank says, with widespread growth in milk supply across all dairying regions due to favourable seasonal conditions and good farmgate margins. In its recently-released Q1 Global Dairy Quarterly report … Australian milk production reached 5.35 billion litres from the period July 2023 to January 2024…
Food security at stake in supermarket inquiry: NSW Farmers Association
Australia will be unable to feed itself and farmers will be driven out of business unless radical action is taken to reform the supermarket retail sector, NSW Farmers has told a Senate Inquiry ... NSW Farmers Vice President Rebecca Reardon said ultimately Australia’s food security was at stake, continuing calls for meaningful competition reform until fair prices for farmers and families were achieved.
Time to address the shortage of ag mechanics
Seems the old saying "all roads lead to the city" applies as much to country kids as it does to new migrants who have just arrived. Can you believe that Australia has imported 8.15 million people since 2000? ... The National Skills Commission report has found that 45 per cent of employers struggle to fill apprenticeship positions and even then 53 per cent of starters fail to complete their qualification. Australian kids just don't want to get their hands dirty, while the skilled migrant workforce who are trade-qualified prefer the big cities to the bush.
75th Wodonga Show, 16 March 2024
It will be a traditional family affordable show for all with free entry for all kids 17 and under plus lots of free activities such as jumping castles, animal nursery, circus, horse and carriage rides and a sheep shearing and black smith display plus the horse riding events and the CWA will also be making a return. Adults entry fee will be $10.
Warwick Show, 22-24 March 2024
Warwick Show and Rodeo Society together with RACQ, Showman Guild and all the wonderful entertainers of the Warwick Show come together to celebrate the importance of social and community participation and make everyone feel connection to the community and able to enjoy the opportunity to visit the Warwick Show.
Yass Show, 16 March 2024
The 2024 Yass Show will be held on 16 March 2024. It will be a one day traditional agricultural show, with two days of Showjumping. Spectator entry to Sunday showjumping is free. The theme for this year’s show is agriculture and showcasing the local region.
Bream Creek Show, 16 March 2024
On the back of holding a record-breaking event in 2023, on Saturday 16 March the community of Bream Creek are set to put on one of the great signature events of the region! With over 70 attractions, performances and exhibits, plus over 40 food and drink stalls including local produce, cheese, wine, spirits and more, The Bream Creek Show volunteer committee has worked hard to create what promises to be a truly wonderful day out.
Bombala Show, 16 March 2024
Our 2024 Bombala Show is all about Agriculture! On behalf of our amazing and hard working Bombala Exhibition Society committee and volunteers, I’d like to warmly invite you to join as at Bombala Show ground on Saturday, March 16, to celebrate all things agricultural. Our official show opening will this year take place at 11am on Saturday, with Member for Monaro Steve Whan opening the show, along with our 2024 Bombala Citizen of the Year, Dianne Ingram.
Showcasing local talent and produce
The Harcourt Applefest, set for Saturday 9 March and organised by the local community, is a day-long festival in the Harcourt Valley that highlights the region's cultural heritage and produce. The event, renowned for its engaging activities and showcasing of local talent, will feature a diverse range of attractions suitable for all ages.
Major Cotton Field Day set to explore carbon baseline setting: Cotton Australia
One of the most topical but arguably most misunderstood developments in sustainable agriculture, carbon baseline setting will be a focus in two weeks at the largest cotton field-day to be staged in Southeast Queensland this year. The 2023 Bayer Cotton Growers of the year, Johannes and Scarlett Roellgen from Tyunga Farms … are hosting the Bayer Cotton Grower of the Year Field Day...
Communities crying over removed milk
Norco have posted a statement on their Facebook page revealing the 100 per cent Australian farmer owned dairy co-operative has been overwhelmed by the passionate outcry from loyal customers after Woolworths recently announced their decision to remove the brand's milk products from 150 stores across metropolitan Sydney ... Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan has also expressed his disappointment in Woolworths following the announcement last week and said if the multinational retail and finance company wasn’t going to support Norco, he wasn’t going to support them.
Addressing El Niño misconceptions: BCG”ˆTrials Review Day
Understanding climate indicators was a key message from BCG’s Climate Expert Kate Finger, who presented BCG’s Trials Review Day ... The senior researcher explained to the 170 plus farmers and advisers in attendance that a declaration of an El Niño, as happened last year, “did not always equal drought.”
Rebound predicted for Australian agriculture: ABARES
Australia’s farm, fisheries and forestry sectors are set to rebound in 2024-25. The most recent Agricultural Commodities and Australian Crop reports are predicting that the gross value of production in 2024–25 will again increase after poor seasonal conditions affected outcomes in 2023-24.
No growth expected in global beef consumption in year ahead: Rabobank
With limited or negative real wages growth expected in 2024, coupled with the higher cost environment, Rabobank expects global beef consumption will at best remain steady and possibly decline through 2024, with some notable regional variations ... sales are often expected to suffer when economic conditions put pressures on consumer spending.
